Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Taverna Angelika
TAVERNA $
(mains €6-10)
Taverna Angelika is a regular stop for many Pelion residents who appreci-
ate the good food and wine, not to mention the breezy view.
West-Central Pelion
VOLOS TO PINAKATES, VYZITSA & MILIES
From Volos, the west-coast road heads south through the touristy villages of Agria and
Ano Lehonia, where a branch road leads inland to Agios Vlasios, Pinakates, Vyzitsa and
Milies, while the main road continues to neighbouring Kato Gatzea, Ano Gatzea and
Kala Nera. After the tortuous and narrow roads of the eastern Pelion villages, this stretch
of road is a blessing.
Two nearby attractions merit a stop. The
Little Train of Pelion
begins its old-fashioned
run at Ano Lehonia. One of its quaint station stops is Ano Gatzea, home to the inviting
Museum of the Olive
( 6945854310, 24230 22009;
www.mouseioelias.gr
;
8am-5pm, or
when train pulls in)
, set in an old stone mansion with detailed displays of picking
tools and ladders, presses and storage vessels, plus a small shop.
PINAKATES ΠΙΝΑΚΑΤΕΣ
POP 100
An old plane tree anchors Plateia Agios Dimitrios, home to the church, two tavernas, a
small fountain, ceramic shop and wood-oven bakery. Pristine Pinakates only acquired
electricity in 1973 and, from the looks of it, things haven't gotten out of hand.
Sleeping & Eating
Hotel Ta Xelidonakia
HOTEL $$$
(Little Swallows;
24230 86920;
www.pinakates.com
; d/tr incl breakfast €100/120;
)
This beautifully restored classic mansion balances history and comfort in grand fashion.
The verandah is anchored by a 3000L chestnut wine barrel.
Taverna Drosia
TAVERNA $
(mains €4-8.50; dinner)
This eatery is an extension of a family house and serves Pelion
favourites such as baked goat and s
petsofaï
, with good local wine always on hand.
O Pileas
TAVERNA $
