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Where to buy in Thessaly: Makrinitsa or Tsagarada (Pelion), Volos, Skiathos or Skopelos
Our must-sees: Villages of Pelion (Makrinitsa, Portaria) & Islands of the Sporades (Skopelos, A
Barometer 2026: Volos/Larissa, Pelion and the Sporades — where are prices holding?
Thessalien im Alltag: das maritime Volos, der bewaldete Berg Pelion, die jodhaltigen Sporaden
2026 Trends: Price per m² in Thessaloniki (Ano Poli, Kalamaria) and the Kassandra/Sithonia peninsula
Thessaly, in Greece, is a land of unique beauty and culture. Located in the northern part of the country and bordered by mountain ranges, Thessaly offers a range of stunning landscapes to explore. With its ancient cities and monuments, beautiful beaches, hot springs and lakeside villages, visitors can choose from rugged mountainscapes or lush green valleys to enjoy the great outdoors. From historic sites like Meteora Monastery to family-friendly watersports at Plastiras Lake, this region has something for everyone – while still remaining largely unspoilt. Whether you’re looking for a tranquil escape or an exciting adventure holiday – Thessaly is sure to deliver!
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On the Pagasitic Gulf, Magnesia blends sea horizons with the slopes of Mount Pelion. Volos brings a lively waterfront, with Alykes and Anavros for city-side swimming.
Pelion’s stone-built villages like Makrinitsa, Portaria and Tsagarada slope to beaches such as Kala Nera, Afissos and Agios Ioannis. Local tables pair seafood meze with tsipouro and mountain produce.
The port of Volos has ferries to Skiathos, Skopelos and Alonissos, while the A1 motorway links Athens and Thessaloniki. Mount Pelion includes Natura 2000 protected areas; Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage landmark, lies within reach.
Larisa unfolds across the Thessalian plain along the Pineios River, with café life around Frourio Hill. The Ancient Theatre anchors the historic core, while Alkazar Park brings green space and riverside walks.
Weekend plans swing from Aegean beaches at Agiokampos and Velika to mountain trails on Mount Kissavos and nearby Olympus. The city sits on the A1 motorway and the Athens–Thessaloniki rail, making regional escapes straightforward.
Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage site, lies within reach for monumental landscapes. Food lovers find Thessalian pies, local cheeses, and Rapsani PDO wines from the slopes of Olympus.
Set on the Thessalian plain, Karditsa blends leafy boulevards with a noted cycling culture and swift access to the Agrafa mountains and Lake Plastiras.
Weekends draw residents to Neochori and Kalyvia Pezoulas for lakeside walks and cafés, while Fanari Castle and the central park add history and green calm in town.
To the northwest, Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage site near Kalambaka, enables striking day trips; Trikala and Larissa offer services and dining.
Thessalian pies, grilled meats, feta and tsipouro shape local menus, and rail connections keep Athens and Thessaloniki within reach.
On the Thessalian plain, Trikala lines the Litheos River, with Varousi and Manavika blending stone houses, cafes and easy-going city life. The Byzantine Castle and Koursoum Mosque testify to layered history.
Meteora, a UNESCO World Heritage site, rises nearby above Kalambaka and Kastraki. Elati and Pertouli in the Pindus offer forest walks and winter breaks, plus fresh mountain produce.
Thessalian flavours run deep, from pies and slow-cooked meats to feta and tsipouro. Trikala is linked by the Central Greece Motorway and regional rail, while Larissa and Volos sit within comfortable reach.
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