2-Day Hiking Adventure in the Agrafa Mountains and Lake Plastira

The day begins early, with departure from Thessaloniki at 7:00 a.m. and a drive to the picturesque village of Neráida, where we will arrive around 11:00 a.m. Our hike starts from the village, located at an altitude of 1,150 meters, following a trail through a dense fir forest that leads to the Agrafa Refuge in the Karamanoli area, at an altitude of 1,550 meters. The route, which is 5 kilometers long, includes an ascent of 400 meters and takes approximately 2-3 hours.

Upon arriving at the refuge at 2:00 p.m., we will have time to rest and explore the surrounding area. The view towards the Templa summit is breathtaking, and the warm environment, along with the traditional meals offered, creates a unique sense of relaxation and hospitality. The overnight stay at the refuge completes the first day, with the impressions of nature accompanying us.

• Total distance: 5 km - Total ascent: +400 meters
• Hiking time: 2-3 hours

The day begins with breakfast at 7:30 a.m., followed by the ascent to the Templa summit area at 8:00 a.m. The route, which is 2 kilometers long, takes approximately one hour and offers stunning views of the alpine landscape of Agrafa. We will return to the refuge around 10:00 a.m., where we will have some time to rest and prepare for the descent.

At 10:30 a.m., we will begin our return to the village of Neráida, covering the same 5 kilometers, but this time descending 400 meters. The route will take about 2 hours, and we will reach the village by 12:30 p.m., where the bus will be waiting for us. After a full day of adventure, we will have free time in the beautiful village of Kalyvia Pezoulas, located by Lake Plastira, for relaxation and sightseeing.

The excursion will conclude with our departure from Lake Plastira at 3:00 p.m. and return to Thessaloniki, filled with unforgettable images and experiences from the Agrafa mountains.

• Total distance: 7 km (2 km for the ascent and 5 km from the refuge to the village of Neráida) - Total ascent: +100 meters for the ascent, -400 meters from the refuge to the village of Neráida
• Hiking time: 3 hours