Pelion is full of picturesque and traditional villages perched along dense green mountainsides or boarding the sea side. Here are some of the most attractive villages to visit in Pelion, all with different style but yet very beautiful.
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Location: 15 km north east of Volos
Description: Built amphitheatrically along the slopes of a green mountainside, Makrinitsa is among the most picturesque villages of the region. From the lovely squares, it gives gorgeous views to the port of Volos.
Location: 12 km north east of Volos
Description: Portaria is one of the most beautiful villages of Pelion. With traditional architecture and surrounded by lush greenery, Portaria is a popular winter destination of Pelion.
Location: 51 km east of Volos
Description: Among the most famous villages of Pelion, Tsagarada amazes visitors with the picturesque architecture and the lovely square.
Location: 30 km east of Volos
Description: In perfect harmony with the gorgeous natural environment, Vizitsa amazes visitors with the traditional mansions, the picturesque paths and the view to the Pagasetic Gulf.
Location: 45 km north east of Volos
Description: A lovely village amidst lush greenery, Zagora has traditional houses, Byzantine monuments and amazing view to the sea.
Location: 28 km east of Volos
Description: This is a lovely village in the centre of the peninsula. Surrounded by luch greenery, Milies provides many trekking paths amidst green nature and running waters.
Location: 51 km north east of Volos
Description: A traditional village on the eastern side of Pelion, Kissos is a great base for trekking excursions in the area.
Location: 5 km north east of Volos
Description: A picturesque suburb of Volos, Ano Volos distinguishes for its traditional architecture and its great views to Mount Pelion on one side and the large port on the other.
Location: 25 km south east of Volos
Description: This fishing village has developed a bit over the last years with delicious taverns at the port and family hotels, but it hasn't lost at all the traditional charm. Surrounded by lush greenery, Afissos is a nice family place.
Location: 44 km north east of Volos
Description: Keramidi is located at the very edge of Pelion mountain and it gives gorgeous view to the sea.