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Where to Stay in Elatochori, Pieria | Mountain Hotels & Guesthouses Stay among the forests of the Pieria Mountains, close to the village, the Elatochori Ski Centre and year-round outdoor experiences. If you are planning a trip to Elatochori, Pieria, where you stay can become part of the experience. The village and surrounding mountain landscape […]

The 12 Labors of Hercules in Katerini | Greek Mythology & Family Experience Greek mythology does not always have to be found in a museum or read from a book. Sometimes, it can come alive in a city park. In Katerini, Pieria, families had the opportunity to step into the world of Hercules and his […]

Greek Easter in Pieria | Traditions, Epitaphios & Local Celebrations Greek Easter is one of the most important moments of the year in Greece. It is both a deeply religious celebration and a time when families, villages and communities come together around food, traditions, music and shared memories. In Pieria, Easter offers visitors a chance […]

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 […]

Culture · History · Traditions · Litochoro, Pieria Burning Cedar Fires in Litochoro, Pieria | A Greek Carnival Tradition Discover Pieria Differently · Greek Carnival · Mount Olympus Villages 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 […]

CULTURE · HISTORY · TRADITIONS · PIERIA, GREECE Apokries in Pieria, Greece | The Greek Carnival & Triodion Traditions Discover Pieria Differently · Greek Carnival · Mount Olympus Villages 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 […]

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 — […]

Seasonal Travel Guide · Pieria, Greece 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 […]

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 […]

Travel Guide · Pieria, Greece 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 […]

Hiking Guide · Mount Olympus · Pieria, Greece 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. This guide compares routes of different lengths and difficulty […]