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Cycling in Elatochori, Pieria | Mountain Routes & Outdoor Experience Mountain roads, forest landscapes, fresh air and a different way to discover the Pieria mountains. Elatochori is one of the places in Pieria where cycling can become part of a wider outdoor experience. In April 2023, we joined the 2nd Panhellenic Cycling Meeting in Elatochori, […]

Why Do Greeks Eat Salted Cod on March 25? | A Greek Food Tradition In Greece, food is often closely connected with the calendar. Religious celebrations, national holidays and family traditions all have their own flavours. Few examples are as recognisable as salted cod with skordalia on March 25. But why cod? March 25 is […]

Burning Cedar Fires in Litochoro, Pieria | A Greek Carnival Tradition Discover the cedar fires of Litochoro, a distinctive Carnival tradition where fire, smoke, community and local memory come together at the foot of Mount Olympus. During the Carnival season, the neighbourhoods of Litochoro gather around large cedar fires that turn the winter night into […]

Apokries in Pieria, Greece | The Greek Carnival & Triodion Traditions Discover Apokries in Pieria through Greek Carnival traditions, the Triodion, the cedar fires of Litochoro, ancient ritual echoes and the local communities that keep these customs alive. Apokries is the Greek Carnival season — a time of masks, costumes, music, food, laughter and collective […]

Winter in Pieria: Silent Streets, Snowy Peaks, and Hidden Treasures Experience Pieria — when the cold brings clarity and calm. 15 Feb 2023 Winter in Pieria is quiet, crisp, and revealing. The usual crowds vanish, leaving space for long walks, snow-dusted peaks, and cozy tavernas. This season offers an intimacy rarely experienced in summer — […]

Winter in Pieria, Greece | Mount Olympus, Villages, Snow & Local Life A practical guide to experiencing Pieria in winter — from Mount Olympus and snowy mountain villages to local food, culture and quieter days by the sea. Winter changes the rhythm of Pieria. The beaches become quieter, the mountain villages feel more local, and […]

Christmas Museum in Katerini, Pieria | A Christmas Experience in Greece Christmas in Pieria is not only about the mountains and winter landscapes. During the festive season, Katerini also takes on a different atmosphere, with decorated streets, seasonal activities and spaces created especially for Christmas. One of the places that attracted attention was the Christmas […]

Getting Around Pieria, Greece | Car, Train, Bus & Practical Travel Guide A practical guide to exploring Mount Olympus, coastal towns, mountain villages and local experiences across Pieria. Pieria is a region where Mount Olympus and the Aegean coast are surprisingly close together. In the same trip, you can walk through Litochoro, explore a mountain […]

Mount Olympus Day Hikes | Enipeas Gorge, Prionia & Easy Trails Mount Olympus is one of the most memorable places to explore in Pieria — and you do not need to climb to the summit to experience it. From Prionia and Litochoro, several hiking routes lead into the mountain through forests, streams, ravines and changing […]

Best Things to Do in Pieria, Greece | Nature, Villages, Food & Local Experiences Discover Pieria through Mount Olympus, the Aegean coast, mountain villages, local food, culture and outdoor experiences. Pieria is a region of contrasts. Mount Olympus rises above the landscape, the Aegean coast stretches below it, and between them are forests, rivers, villages, […]

Best Beaches in Pieria, Greece | From Mount Olympus to the Aegean A practical guide to the coastline, seaside towns, family beaches and quieter places between Mount Olympus and the Aegean Sea. Pieria is one of those places where the landscape changes within a short drive. In the same day, you can walk beneath the […]

Sotiri Rema Waterfall, Pieria | Family-Friendly Hike If you are looking for a quiet way to experience the mountains of Pieria, Sotiri Rema Waterfall is one of those places that rewards you for slowing down. The route combines forest paths, mountain scenery, small water sources and the peaceful atmosphere of the Pierian Mountains. The experience […]