Zagori

The mountainous region of two National Parks stands out for its pristine nature and the distinctive architecture of its 46 well-preserved villages.

A picture of the Papingo mountain range taken from the homonymous village.
photo: Dimitris Karagiorgos

Zagori Settlements

A narrow traditional cobble-stoned path inside the village of Mikro Papingo.
photo: Dimitris Karagiorgos
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Mikro & Megalo Papingo

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Having the reputation of the prettiest of Zagori villages, the Papingos enjoy spectacular views over the Astraka mountain range.

The central road and some buildings of the traditional village of Dikorfo in the Zagori region.
photo: Numenor / CC BY-SA 3.0
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Dikorfo

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Dikorfo welcomes its visitors with spring water from stone-built fountains, and delicious local dishes cooked with the local produce.

A narrow cobbled-stoned road among trees inside the settlement of Monodendri.
photo: Manu / CC BY 2.0
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Monodendri

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Monodendri is the gateway of Vikos gorge with all its gorgeous hiking trails. Its architecture will leave you enchanted, and the food is incredible.

The stone-built houses and cafeteria tables at the center of Tsepelovo village.
photo: Pvoucharas / CC BY-SA 4.0
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Tsepelovo

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Words cannot describe the beauty of Tsepelovo, the most isolated and largest of the Zagoris. Trailhead, rich in history, and extremely photogenic.

Some stone-built houses of the Aristi village of the Central Zagori area.
photo: Ziegler175 / CC BY-SA 3.0
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Aristi

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Aristi is another stunning Zagori. Trailhead for the winding, twisty road to Papigo and exceptional place to discover with a camera in hand.

A part of the central square of Vitsa with a cobblestone road, a great platanus tree, and some table with chairs.
photo: Phil Venditti / CC BY 2.0
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Vitsa

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A traditional settlement built on a slope in lush-green forest. An interesting trail will take you to a petrified forest. Prepare for magic.

A cobble-stoned road and stone-built houses in a central part of Ano Pedina village at the Zagori area.
photo: Lucy Hamilton / CC BY 2.0
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Ano Pedina

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Staring at the misty plateau is the best way to start your day here. Stretching and off to explore the narrow streets and trails of this magic place.

A close up picture of some buildings of the central part of Kipoi village, including the church.
photo: DimitrisP67 / CC BY-SA 4.0
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Kipoi

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Zagori beauty is as much visual as it is gustatory. Enjoy the delicious food in Kipoi, or in any other village around. Kipoi is also famous for its gardens.

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Zagori Things to Do

A picture showing the cliffs and green forest of Vikos Gorge during a sunny day.
photo: Apostolos Palaskas / CC BY-SA 4.0
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Vikos Gorge

According to Guinness World Records this is the world's deepest gorge relatively to its width. The views and nature promise a truly exhilarating experience.

A close up picture of a butterfly sitting on green vegetation.
photo: Vabass / CC BY-SA 4.0
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Vikos - Aoös National Park

Vikos is a heaven on earth. With trails leading you to breathtaking views and villages of unspeakable beauty, your stay here will be memorable for decades.

The alpine lake Drakolimni of Tymfi at the green alpine plateau of the mountain.
photo: Andloukakis / CC BY-SA 4.0
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«Drakolimni» Lake of Tymfi

The plateau of Tymfi has an alpine lake that can be reached after a dangerous 3.5-hour hike. The serenity and divinity of this place is worth the hassle.

The crystal-clean waters of the Voidomatis river as it flows among the dense vegetation.
photo: Dimitris Karagiorgos
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Voidomatis River

Voidomatis, one of the cleanest European rivers, flows through the Vikos Gorge filling it with beauty. You can do rafting in its mostly calm waters.

Water of the Rogkovo stream flowing through the rocks and the created the natural rock pool.
photo: Georgios G Glinos / CC BY-SA 4.0
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Papingo Rock Pools

Limestone erosion by Rogovo stream has carved out natural bathtubs in the middle of a fairytale scenery. Mind that it could be crowded.

Horses graze on a meadow located on a plateau of the Pindus area.
photo: White Pegasus
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White Pegasus Horse Ride

White Pegasus has well-fed and cared horses that can take you for a ride. The owners are very friendly and put clients' safety first.

A rafting boat in Voidomatis among the dense vegetation of the river shores.
photo: Dimitris Karagiorgos
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Rafting in Voidomatis River

Rafting in one of the cleanest rivers of Europe is an unforgettable experience. Do not miss the chance for this exceptional adventure in nature.

Zagori Why visit?

  • Its Slavic name means Behind the Mountain.
  • Its ancient name was Paroraea meaning Behind the Mountain, too.
  • Part of the ancient Kingdom of Molossians.

Zagori Attractions

A picture of the specific view point that offers the amazing view of the Vikos Gorge.
photo: EntaXoyas / CC BY-SA 3.0
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Oxya Viewpoint

Probably the best panoramic view of the Vikos Gorge just 6 kilometers away from the village of Monodendri at an altitude of 1.300 meters.

The stone-built Convent of St. Paraskevi among the dense vegetation.
photo: Bgabel at q373 shared / CC BY-SA 3.0
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Convent of St. Paraskevi

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An abandoned 1412 monastery built literally at the edge of the cliff enjoying incredible views over Vikos Gorge.

An overview of the three-arched bridge of Plakidas (Kalogeriko) among the dense vegetation.
photo: Jason Hollinger / CC BY 2.0
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Plakidas (Kalogeriko) Triple Bridge

Plakidas is a 1814 stone-built bridge with three arches. Water flows underneath mostly during the rainy months but it's gorgeous nonetheless.

An image showing the stone arched bridge of Kokkoros (Noutsos).
photo: auteur / CC BY-SA 2.0
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Kokkoros (Noutsos) Stone Bridge

Yes, the 1750 arched bridge is amazing but also look out for bandit lairs and caves that harbored street robbers in the 19th century.

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