Things to do

All within an hour's drive

  • The Skepasmeno waterfall falling into a green pool at the head of the gorge.

    Skepasmeno Waterfalls

    5.3 km · 12 min

    A short walk through the gorge to the falls — cool water even in August.

  • A couple on a bench at a mountain viewpoint, looking out over Lake Polyfytos far below.

    Traditional Villages

    9.5 km · 19 min

    Stone houses and plane trees in the foothills, each a short drive up.

  • Rows of vines on the slopes above Velvento in the late afternoon.

    Visit Local Wineries

    1.7 km · 3 min

    Small family estates in the foothills, most happy to pour if you call ahead.

  • Ripe peaches on the branch in an orchard outside Velvento.

    Taste Velvento’s Peaches

    1.2 km · 3 min

    The valley’s famous fruit — best eaten warm, straight from a roadside stall in July.

  • Lake Polyfytos seen from the village of Neraida, with the bridge in the distance.

    Lake Views – Neraida

    14.3 km · 16 min

    Polyfytos lake and its bridge, at their best in the last hour before sunset.

  • The Byzantine castle walls above Servia, standing on the ridge.

    Castles of Servia

    15.5 km · 19 min

    Byzantine walls above the town, with the whole valley laid out below.

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