Speaking of Geotourism
The Geopark of Meteora – Pyli offers a complete geotourism experience, combining geological heritage with nature, tradition and local hospitality. Discover unique Geo-activities and Geofestivals, explore museums that bring the history of the region to life, enjoy local flavours through Geopark’s Food, stay in hospitable Geohotels and get authentic Geogifts inspired by nature. Every experience in the Geopark is a journey that connects nature with culture, offering sustainable tourism that focuses on the uniqueness of the area.
Georoutes
Discover the unique geological and cultural richness of the area through the Geotrails of the Meteora–Pyli Geopark. These carefully designed routes highlight impressive geological formations, biodiversity, and the deep connection between humans and nature that has shaped the landscape over the centuries.
Geoactivities
The Geopark of Meteora – Pyli is a unique destination for those who love nature and adventure. Here you can explore trails by hiking or bicycle, try your hand at rock climbing, enjoy rafting in the rapids or skiing in the winter months. For more special experiences, truffle hunting and horseback riding offer unique moments in the impressive natural beauty of the area. The Geopark is ideal for those seeking activities that combine adventure and relaxation!
Geopark Food
The GeoCafés and GeoRestaurants of the geopark are unique gastronomic destinations. With a menu inspired by the geological elements of the region, they serve Geopark Food made from local products and pure raw materials. From delectable desserts to traditional dishes, their names showcase their rich geological heritage, while visitors enjoy authentic flavours and the history of the place through every bite.
Geogift
The Geogift shops of the geopark offer unique souvenirs inspired by the nature and heritage of the area. With products made from natural ingredients from the geopark, visitors can take a piece of the authenticity and beauty of the place with them. Each gift tells a story connected to the geological richness of the region.
Geohouses/Geohotels
In the Meteora-Pyli Geopark, hospitality becomes a truly authentic way of life. Visitors are welcomed into the warmth of the local lifestyle, the heartfelt generosity of the people, and a deep connection with the region’s cultural heritage. Staying in Geohouses and Geohotels offers more than just comfort — it invites guests to become part of the community, to experience the rhythms of daily life, and to uncover the stories etched into the landscape and the stone-built paths.
Geofestivals
Experience the magic of the Geofestivals at Meteora-Gate Geopark! Events full of culture, tradition, flavours and natural beauties that connect nature with local heritage.
Museums
Explore the museums of the Meteora-Gate Geopark! Discover the rich geological, cultural and historical heritage of the region through exhibits that bring history and nature to life.
Explore by location!
Athamania
Athamania is a mountainous settlement in the western part of the prefecture of Trikala, near the borders with the prefectures of Ioannina and Arta.
Community of Aspropotamos
The Community of Aspropotamos includes a large forest complex, an extensive network of streams and small rivers that together form the Acheloos or Aspropotamos (from which the Community takes its name) and many imposing mountains belonging to the mountain range of southern Pindos, most of which exceed 2,000 metres in height.
Elati
Elati (also called by the locals Tyrna) of the Municipal Unit of Aitiko of the Municipality of Pyli in the Prefecture of Trikala. It is located in the southern part of the Pindos mountain range, 31 km from Trikala and 13 km from Pyli. The village is built amphitheatrically, in a forest of fir trees, at an altitude of 921 meters, on Mount Kerketio (…
Kalambaka
Kalambaka is located in the northwestern part of the Thessalian plain. It is built next to the rare geological phenomenon of Meteora, while the Pinios River passes close by.
Koziakas
Koziakas or Kerketio Mountain is a mountain in the prefecture of Trikala, stretching from Kalambaka to Pyli Trikala. Its ridge is bare and rocky and covered by sparse coniferous forests, meadows and scrubland. Its highest peak is at an altitude of 1.901 metres.
Neraidochori
Neraidochori (former names Veternikon and Chatzipetryon) is a mountain village in the prefecture of Trikala. It is built at an altitude of 1,140 metres on the slopes of the Koziacas and is one of the most mountainous settlements of the Mountainous Ogos of Pyli.
Paleokaria
A mountain village in the valley of Portaikos (730 m), 10 km from Pyli, 3 km from Ropoto and 35 km from Trikala.
Pertouli
Pertouli is a mountain village in the prefecture of Trikala in the municipality of Pyli. It is built at an altitude of 1,150 meters on the slopes of Koziaka. Pertouli belongs administratively to the municipality of Pyli.
Pyli
Pyli is a small town of the Regional Unity of Trikala, in the Region of Thessaly.
Theopetra
Theopetra is a village, part of the municipality of Meteora in Thessaly. The village is located 6 km southeast of Kalambaka and 15 km north of Trikala.
