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The Municipality of Pyli and the Municipal Community of Pialeia are honored to invite you to the “Pialeia Asclepieia 2026,” which will take place on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. in the Central Square of Pialeia. The event is dedicated to the history, cultural heritage, and Asclepieian tradition…

Pyli, Trikala – May 16, 2026 Today, in the heart of Pyli, at the gateway to the Pindos mountain range, citizens, organizations, and the people who live and breathe in its shadow unite our voices and stand firmly against the attempted alteration of our homeland. Our mountains are not mere…

The three-day programme of joint activities and meetings between the UNESCO Global Geoparks of Grevena–Kozani, Vikos–Aoos and Meteora–Pyli was successfully completed from 15 to 17 May 2026 in Pentalofos, Voio, Kozani, under the theme: “UNESCO Geoparks and the Art of Stone.” Through the excellent organization and outstanding hospitality of the…

From May 15 to 17, a particularly important meeting for cooperation and cultural exchange will take place in Pentaloofo, Voio, Kozani, among the three neighboring UNESCO Global Geoparks: Viko-Aoos Geopark, Grevena-Kozani Geopark, and Meteora-Pili Geopark. The meeting highlights the importance of cooperation among geoparks for the protection and promotion of…

The tradition of the “Mandilades” is revived every year on the rocks of Meteora on the feast day of Saint George. In Kastraki, next to the small chapel of Saint George Mandilas, daring young men climb the rock to remove the old scarves that had been left as offerings the…

An afternoon full of action, movement, and meaning awaits you at the Koziakas Trail! With a lot of work and passion from the organizers, and under the auspices of the Meteora–Pyli Geopark, the mountains will be filled with people who, running through nature, will experience something truly unique! Mount Koziakas…

In the morning, the children of the Primary School and the Kindergarten of Ligaria were presented by the Geopark team, its role in the region, the Earth and the importance of living on our planet, as well as our obligations towards Mother Earth. With the help of the student-ambassador of…

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…

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,…

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…

Play, Imagination, Joy and surprises on every path! Sunday 22 February 2026 11:00 to 18:00 “Christou Liapi” Square, Kalambaka

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…