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The Meteora-Pyli Geopark moves forward dynamically with the development of the “Operational Design of the Integrated Territorial Investment (ITI)”, making use of one of the most important financial and programming tools of the NSRF 2021–2027 for the implementation of cohesive and targeted development interventions. In this context, two special events…
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Informative meetings for local educators by the Meteora–Pyli Geopark team The educational communities of the Municipalities of Meteora and Pyli are launching the new role of the “Student Ambassador of the Meteora–Pyli Geopark,” aiming to enhance local community participation in promoting the area’s inclusion in the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network.Last…
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The article below explores the Aspropotamos region, a mountainous area on the border of the Trikala and Ioannina prefectures, characterized by fir forests, running waters, and picturesque Vlach villages. The author observes the smoking chimneys as an indication of the people who remain in the area during the winter. Although…
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Meteora – Pyli Geopark participated in the 51st Coordination Committee of the European Geoparks Network with a strong presence. A total of 109 UNESCO Geoparks from 28 European countries gathered in Paris as part of the 10th Anniversary of the International Geoscience and Geoparks Programme. The meeting took place at…
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Meeting of Deputy Regional Governor V. Simos with the Directors of Education in Trikala, Mr. Trikalis and Mr. Kapaniaris Today, the Deputy Regional Governor for Education, Vasilis Simos, met with the Directors of Primary and Secondary Education of Trikala, Mr. Christos Trikalis and Mr. Alexandros Kapaniaris, respectively.The purpose of the…
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Meteora – Pyli, Vikos – Aoos, and Grevena – Kozani Join Forces Joint Meeting of Three UNESCO Global Geoparks in Pyli The first meeting between representatives of the Meteora – Pyli Geopark and those of the neighboring UNESCO Global Geoparks of Vikos – Aoos and Grevena – Kozani will take…
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The Meteora–Pyli Geopark, the Municipality of Pyli, and the Pertouli–Trikala Environmental Education Centre (KEPEA) invite you to an educational event entitled “Water and the Responsibility of the Active Citizen”, to be held on Friday, 20 March 2026, at 9:30 a.m., at the Pyli Cultural Centre. The event is organized on…
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The KOZIAKAS TRAIL organization announces that the race is now officially listed on the ITRA (International Trail Running Association) platform. ITRA listing link: ITRA. At the same time, the organization would like to provide an important clarification regarding the total elevation gain shown on the ITRA page. According to ITRA,…
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The established Treasure Hunt returns with a new exciting scenario full of mystery, riddles, and twists. Young and old alike participate in teams, working together and exploring Kalambaka on a mission full of action, imagination, and team spirit. The 12th Meteora Children’s Treasure Hunt is restarting and inviting young players…
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Play, Imagination, Joy and surprises on every path! Sunday 22 February 2026 11:00 to 18:00 “Christou Liapi” Square, Kalambaka
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The Mountaineering and Touring Club of Pyli (O.P.O.P.) is organizing the 2nd Santa Run Pyli 2025, under the auspices of the Municipality of Pyli, the Region of Thessaly – Regional Unit of Trikala, and the Meteora Geopark, with the support of the Commercial and Cultural Association of Pyli. The race…
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These days, the Franco-German television channel ARTE is filming at the Meteora–Pyli Geopark for a documentary titled “Sacred Geology: Meteora–Pyli Geopark”. Through narratives based on the themes Earth – Life – Testimony, the documentary seeks the “breath” of the landscape – from the birth of the rocks and the mysteries…
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The Meteora – Pyli Geopark concludes the celebration of the World Indigenous Peoples Day In a festive atmosphere beneath the historic Monydrio of St. Theodosios in Gavros, Meteora, the awards ceremony for the Photography Competition organized by the Meteora – Pyli Geopark took place on Saturday afternoon, as part of…
View moreThe winners of the amateur photography competition are presented at an event on Saturday 4 October in Gavro Meteora The winners of the Photography Contest organized by the Meteora – Pyli Geopark in the framework of the celebration of the World Indigenous People’s Day will be announced at a special…
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More than 250 children participated in the Meteora–Pyli Geopark’s public event in the central squares of the municipalities for the Waste Cleanup Day. What began as a cleanup turned into a celebration, as hundreds of schoolchildren from Pyli and Meteora joyfully took part in the action organized by the Meteora–Pyli…
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The Municipality of Meteora, located in the heart of the Southern Pindos mountains, hides a rare natural wealth where steep gorges meet lush forests and historic villages: its lakes. In a landscape dominated by rock, forest, and water, these lakes serve as aquatic oases, enriching biodiversity, enhancing the area’s ecotourism…
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Joint Event of the Three UNESCO Global Geoparks in Mainland Greece, Held in Konitsa, Ioannina The cultural heritage of the Meteora–Pyli Geopark was presented yesterday in Konitsa, Ioannina, during a joint event organized by the three UNESCO Global Geoparks of mainland Greece: Meteora–Pyli, Vikos–Aoos, and Grevena–Kozani. The event took place…
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The Municipality of Pyli, the Local Community of Pialeia, and the Cultural Associations of Pialeia cordially invite you to the cultural and conference event: Asklepieia of Pialeia 2025 The event will take place on Sunday 22nd of June at 20:00 in the central square of Pialeia. This event honors the…
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