Κατηγορία: Culture & Tradition

Skotina’s Chestnut Season — Stories Rooted in the Mountain October 13th, 2025 — Skotina, Pieria / by Giorgos Gizelis Centuries-old chestnut trees on family land in Skotina — a living archive of seasons and stories. © Giorgos Gizelis / ExperiencePieria.info Autumn in Skotina does not arrive as an announcement but as a set of small, […]

Kiwifruit of Olympus — A Thank-You to the Farmers of Agios Spyridon With the Locals — Stories from the foothills of Mount Olympus. 1 Oct 2025 In Agios Spyridon, where Olympus unfurls its first ridges into villages and orchards, the kiwifruit grows with a patient pride. I visited the Alexiou family — Mr. Christos, the […]

European Heritage Days 2025: Free Entry to Museums & Archaeological Sites in Greece Cultural Experiences — September 27 & 28, 2025. Free admission weekend across Greece For two golden days this September — Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 September 2025 — Greece opens the gates of history for free. As part of the European Heritage […]

Discover the Flavors: The Gastronomy Festival of the Mountain & the Forest Experience Pieria — a story you can taste. Elatochori, Pieria — 27 & 28 September 2025 The air in Elatochori this September will smell of roasting chestnuts, sizzling local meats, and slow-cooked recipes passed down like heirlooms. The Gastronomy Festival of the Mountain […]

Iordanis Poimenidis: From Guardian of the Past to Creator of Metal Dreams With the Locals — life is like a movie, protagonists is ourselves. Iordanis Poimenidis — 18 Sep 2025 The light that day in Katerini cut like a thin knife — not cold, but honest. I followed Iordanis because he had a walk that […]

Explore the Authentic Side of Pieria at the 8th Skotina Chestnut Festival 🍂 Celebrate autumn in the charming village of Skotina, Pieria, Greece at the much-anticipated 8th Chestnut Festival! 🌰 A Flavorful Adventure This year’s festival promises to be a delightful experience for food lovers and nature enthusiasts alike. Savor the sweet and nutty flavor […]

Gastronomy Festival of the Mountain and the Forest – Elatochori, Pieria Get ready for a culinary journey! The Gastronomy Festival of the Mountain and the Forest is coming to the picturesque village of Elatochori on October 19th and 20th. This unique event promises a feast for the senses, showcasing the delicious flavors and aromas of […]

Trygos Party at Oraia Gi Winery – A Magical Night in Pieria Imagine this: A warm summer night, the gentle breeze carrying the scent of grapes, and the rhythmic beats of a DJ set filling the air. Surrounded by lush vineyards and with the majestic Olympus mountain as a backdrop, I was recently invited to […]

Platamonas Honey Market – A Sweet Summer Celebration in Pieria August 9–12 • Platamonas, Pieria, Greece Imagine a world where golden nectar flows freely and the air is filled with the sweet scent of honey. This paradise becomes reality each August in Platamonas, Greece, during the annual Honey Market – a celebration of taste, tradition, […]

Grillhouse Karathanas: Tradition Served on a Plate With the Locals — A culinary trip into Pieria’s timeless flavors. Visited multiple times — all seasons worth it! As part of our mission to uncover Pieria’s best-kept secrets, I recently dined at Grillhouse Karathanas — and let me tell you, this traditional tavern is a jewel. Hidden […]

Easter Celebrations in Dion-Olympus Municipality, Pieria Experience a unique and deeply traditional Easter celebration in the Dion-Olympus Municipality — a place where faith, culture, and nature meet under the shadow of Mount Olympus. The Dion-Olympus region is the place to be during Easter. The celebrations are full of energy, history, and tradition. With Mount Olympus […]

We all know that Pieria region is a picturesque place that is known for its natural beauty, historical sites, and traditional culture. Greek Easter in Pieria is particularly special , celebrated with great enthusiasm and passion in Greece. Here are 5 reasons why you should spend Greek Easter in Pieria! The Beautiful Scenery in Pieria […]