In the usual sense of tourists, a vacation in Greece is a beach by the warm sea and excursions to historical sights. However, Greece has been actively developing winter active tourism in recent years, and visiting the ski resorts of this country is no longer exotic. The undoubted advantage is the mild climate of this country. In winter, there are rarely low temperatures and cold winds.
Almost all ski resorts in Greece are equipped with modern equipment and have a well-developed infrastructure. Services for equipment rental and training in skiing are provided for guests, comfortable hotels have been built. Fans of extreme recreation especially appreciate the amazing beauty of nature; the resorts are built in a picturesque mountainous area. Active rest in Greece can be combined with an educational excursion program.
Best ski resorts in Greece
List, photo with the names and descriptions of the main places for ski holidays in the country.
Parnassos
The resort is located at two peaks - Liakura with a height of 2457 meters and Gerondovrachos with a height of 2435 meters. There are 20 tracks with a total length of 36 km. 14 lifts lift the athletes to the top of the slopes. The height difference is from 1600 to 2250 meters. The snow on the slopes of the Parnassos resort is always of excellent quality, as there is an artificial snow supply. The nearest hotels to the resort are located in Delphi or Arachov.
Falacro
The northernmost resort in Greece, the ski area is located at an altitude of 1615 to 2232 meters. The tracks are from 200 to 2500 meters long. The total length of the resort's 21 tracks is 20 km. The different difficulty level of the tracks allows both professional athletes and amateurs to ride. There are 9 ski lifts for the transportation of guests, there is a ski school for beginners, a rental point and a ski equipment store.
Vasilitsa
The slopes of the resort have thick snow cover. There are rare oaks and pines on them, which give the mountainous area a special beauty. Among the tracks in Vasilitsa there are tracks for children up to 300 meters long, tracks of medium difficulty and difficult tracks approved by the Alpine Ski Federation. Of particular interest is the 900-meter black trail, from which the descent starts from the highest point of the resort.
Pisoderi
One of the best modern ski resorts in Greece is located in Western Macedonia, 20 km from Florina. For athletes, there are 4 tracks, 4 lifts, guest houses, equipment rental shops, a ski school, shops and cafes. The tracks are located at an altitude of 1600 to 1900 meters. They pass through a dense beech forest. From the tops of the mountains, picturesque views of the natural landscapes and Lake Prespo open.
Helmos (Kalavrita)
Located on a mountain with a height of 2355 meters. The trails are located on the slopes of the summit at an altitude of 1850 meters. The total length of 12 tracks of the resort is 20 km. The longest reaches 3200 meters. The skiing season is from December to April. There is an observatory on the territory of the ski center; the Aristarhos telescope is installed on the top of Nerajdorahi. The resort is located 200 km from the capital and is very popular among its residents.
Kaimaktsalan
The mountain on which the slopes of the resort are located is one of the highest peaks in Greece. Its height is 2524 meters. For athletes, there are 16 tracks of different lengths and different levels of difficulty. There are ski and snowboard schools, cafes and restaurants. Skiing equipment can be rented at one of the service points. Near the resort, at an altitude of 1200 meters, there is a village built in the 16th century.
Karpenisi (Veluhi)
The ski center has 10 slopes of different categories. By the beginning of the descent, the guests of the resort are lifted by 7 lifts. They offer a wonderful view of the Velukhi mountain range. A guest house for 30 people was built. The fireplaces located in them give a special coziness to the rooms. The resort's ski school has an English-speaking staff. In it, the basics of skiing are taught to both children and adults. On the territory of the resort there is the Vofonas cave.
Sat down
It is very popular with alpine skiers because of the well-groomed snow trails with an altitude difference of about 400 meters. The total length of all slopes in the resort is 12 km, there is a flat ski track 10 km long. A snowboard park is located separately. The skiing season opens in December and ends in March. All this time, hotels and small chalets are open for guests.
"3-5 Pigadia"
The resort is located on the western slopes of Mount Vermion. The upper points of the descent zones are at an altitude of up to 2005 meters. International competitions are often held on two tracks out of seven. The ski school employs professional instructors, there are cafes, hotels, equipment rental, a helipad. Artificial snow supply functions for better snowmaking of the slope in the skiing areas.
Elatochori
The ski center is located at an altitude of 1400 meters. There are 10 tracks for athletes of different backgrounds have been built here. The most difficult trail is "Clio" with a descent angle of about 45 degrees. Its length is 1200 meters. In addition to skiing, guests can enjoy such entertainments as mountaineering, sledding, and hiking. For tourists who come for more than one day, there is a guest cottage.
Anilio
It is located in an area called "Guzel Tepe", which means "beautiful ridge". The natural landscapes here are incredibly picturesque, skiing trails go through the forest. From the peaks of the mountains with a height of 1700 meters, a view of the mountain lake opens. The thickness of the snow cover on the tracks is about two meters, which is appreciated by visiting athletes. Several slopes of the resort have different slope difficulty, there is a separate training slope.
Pertouli
Located in the region of Thessaly among the fir forest. Guests of the resort celebrate picturesque natural views and clean mountain air. The resort has three tracks ranging from 100 to 2000 meters. The resort is equipped with modern lifts, lighting on the slopes is switched on at night. There are equipment rental points. In January, a snow festival is held in Petruli, combining sports, national food and music.
Agriolefkes (Pelion)
The resort is located on the peaks of the Pelion mountain range. The ski area consists of four tracks of medium difficulty and one track for beginners. There is a cross-country skiing track 5 km long. On the territory of the center there are hotels, a large parking lot, a weather station and a medical center. During the summer, Agriolefkes offers guests such activities as horse riding, mountain climbing and mountain biking.
Mainalos
One of the oldest ski centers in Greece, which receives a large number of guests every year. Located in a natural area that is a cultural and biological zone. There are 3 ski lifts on seven slopes of the resort. There are trails for both athletes with an advanced level of skiing and for guests with an initial level. The height difference on the tracks is small. In the morning, the trails are often covered with ice.
Agrafa
Located on the Pindos mountain range at an altitude of 1530 meters. For beginners in alpine skiing, a special slope with a gentle slope of 300 meters is allocated. The slopes of the mountains, where the trails are laid, are well covered with snow. A club has been built for skiers and climbers, but its capacity is limited - it is designed for only 25 people. The height difference on the tracks is small and does not exceed 200 meters.
Profitis Ilias
The resort is located on the highest mountain of the island of Rhodes with a height of 789 meters. Tourists who come here combine active sports with sightseeing and walking in the woods. There are many historical sights near the resort.Natural complexes in this area are of particular value and are protected by European programs for the protection and protection of the natural environment.
Chriso Elafi
Located on the slopes of Mount Vermion. For the descent, athletes are presented with 4 blue slopes with a length of 650 to 1100 meters. The trails have a total length of 5 km. The highest point of the beginning of the descent is 1700 meters. For the convenience of guests, there are two drag towing lifts. The nearest to the resort city of Thessaloniki is located 95 km away. Moreover, there are more than 10 hotels in the vicinity of the resort.
Lailas
This resort is located at an altitude of 1,600 meters, surrounded by beech and pine forests. The main track is 1000 meters long and 60 meters wide. Athletes have two lifts at their disposal. One of them reaches the very top of the mountain with a height of 1850 meters, the second has a length of only 200 meters and is more suitable for beginners. There is a school for beginners, rental points, food outlets and rooms for accommodation.
Metsovo
The resort is built at an altitude of 1400 meters. From the tops of the Pindus ridge, where the resort is located, wonderful views of the steep snow-covered valley open up. There are only 7 tracks in Metsovo, but this is compensated by a well-developed infrastructure. Another advantage of the resort is its low population, which allows you to enjoy skiing without hindrances. The length of the tracks is from 150 to 1000 meters, the height difference is about 200 meters.
Zirya
A young and actively developing ski center. There is only one slope for skiing, but there are two lifts - for adults and children. The indisputable advantage of the resort is its location - only 150 km from Athens. At the same time, the area where the resort is built is extremely picturesque. For guests there is a chalet for accommodation, a skiing and snowboarding school, and equipment rental services.
