PORTARIA - PELION ( PILIO ) - GREECE
Portaria is a beautiful mountainous traditional village at an altitude of 650m and is 13km from Volos. It was built around the monastery of "Panagias of Portaria", which was itself built in the 13th century. The village is filled with green scenery, spring waters, cobble-stoned paths and old mansions.
Next to the village square you can see the ruins of the hotel "Thexnia", which was considered the most luxurious of hotels in all of the Balkans. However, it was destroyed during the German occupation of Greece.
Along side the road that leads to Hania is the chapel of Panagias of Portaria, which houses many painted icons, and is right next to the church of Agios Nicolaos. On the road that leads to Makrinitsa is the Byzantine monastery of Agios Ioannis Prothromos, which is full of Byzantine icons and decorations.
You can take an interesting walk to the spring fountain "Mana" (Mother) with impressive waterfalls at the place of Karavos.
At "Lagini" you can enjoy your drink or coffee while watching the beautiful view of Volos. Alexia and George (The owners of Lagini) are very friendly and they can tell you a lot of interesting stories about the area, and will also help you out if you need any information for your day trips.
From here, if you follow the path you will pass through scenery of nature and spring waters, to the village of Athamena.
During the summer in Portaria many festivals take place. In May is the "International Dance Day", and in July is the "International Dance Festival for Children". August sees the "International Dance Festival". During the last week in August the festival reaches its conclusion with the revival of a traditional wedding.
In autumn is the "Ascent of Portaria", which is organised by the car club of Volos. For more information on this call (24210) 55339.
Portaria is a place for quite summer or winter vacations. It is extremely beautiful and full of nature and traditional houses and mansions. It is also just 12km from the ski center "Agriolefkes", which is always popular in the winter.
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Useful Numbers for Portaria
PORTARIA - Area Code 24280
Municipality - 99128
Police - 99105
Surgery - 99106
Post Office - 99104
Tourist Police - ( 24210 ) 72421
ALTHEA TRADITIONAL HOTEL
The Althea Traditional Hotel in Portaria offers a wonderful selection
of quality and comfortable accommodation throughout the year.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24210 23334
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ARHONTIKO ATHANASAKI
The Athanasaki Traditional Mansion provides unique and comfortable 'A Class accommodation. Open all year round.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 99235
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ARHONTIKO HATZIARGIRI
The Hatziargiri Traditional mansion in Portaria offers a great selection of quality and comfortable accommodation.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 69022
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ARHONTIKO KANTARTZI
The Kantartzi Traditional Mansion offers A class accommodation. Beautifully decorated rooms with TV, bathroom. Restaurant and bar on premises as well.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 99388
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ARHONTIKO PANTOU
The Pantou Traditional Mansion in Portaria offers an excellent selection of quality accommodation in a comfortable and authentic setting.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 99967
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ASPA ROOMS
Aspa Rooms offer beautifully decorated and traditional rooms for your stay here in Pelion. Open all year round.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 90088
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ATHINEOS ROOMS
Athineos provide delightful rooms to let in Portartia. Spacious and comfortable rooms all year round.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 99437
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DANAE TRADITIONAL HOUSE
The stone built villa of "Danae" provides comfortable accommodation
for 2-4 people for your stay in Portaria.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 99913
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DRYANOYBAINA TRADITIONAL ΗOUSE
A charming selection of comfortable and quality rooms available in a beautiful part of Portaria for your Pelion holidays.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 99238
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EROFILI HOTEL
The beautiful Erofili Hotel in the village of Portaria offers a wonderful
selection of quality and comfortable accommodation for your stay in
Pelion.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 99916
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FILOKALIA TRADITIONAL ROOMS
Filokalia Traditional Rooms offer comfortable accommodation in their traditional building, with garden area, tv, fireplace and room service.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 90123
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KRITSA HOTEL
The charming Kritsa Hotel in the main square of Portaria offers a wonderful
choice of quality and comfortable accommodation throughout the year.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 99121
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MARITA RESIDENCE APARTMENTS
The Marita Residence Apartments offer a great choice for comfortable and enjoyable accommodation for your holidays in Portaria.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 6932 568396
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THEASIS GUESTHOUSE
At the charming Theasis Guesthouse in Portaria, you can find an excellent selection of comfortable and enjoyable accommodation.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 99820
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TRIANTAFILLIES ROOMS
Triantafillies Traditional Rooms offer a charming selection of comfortable
and quality apartments, each of which is uniquely decorated and furnished.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 99641
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ALVION RESTAURANT
The Alvion Restaurant in the main square of Portaria offer a wonderful selection of tasty, freshly prepared cuisine all year round.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 90021
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FLORICAS RESTAURANT
The Floricas Restaurant in Portaria offers a wonderful selection of tasty cuisine inside their beautiful restaurant.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 99973
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KENTAVROS TAVERNA
At the Kentavros Taverna, located next to the main square of Portaria, you can enjoy a beautiful selection of traditional and tasty cuisine.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 99144
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KRITSA RESTAURANT
In the main square of Portaria under the large plane trees, you will
find the popular Kritsa Restaurant where you can enjoy a great choice
of tasty cuisine.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 99121
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SKALAKIA RESTAURANT
The Skalakia Restaurant offers a wonderful selection of traditional and freshly prepared cuisine in their delightful restaurant.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 99212
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VILLA PORTARIA RESTAURANT
The Villa Portaria in Pelion offers a huge selection of tasty and traditional cuisine in their traditional style luxury restaurant.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 99014
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AERIKO CAFE BAR
The Aeriko Cafe Bar, located on the road between Portaria and Makrinitsa
is an ideal place for a relaxing drink in Pelion.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 99710
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LAGINI ROCK CAFE
Lagini is a truly unique and charming rock music bar in Portaria, where you can enjoy drinks and great music.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 90094
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MYRTILOS CAFE
A beautifully placed coffee bar on the outskirts of Portaria, overlooking
the city of Volos and the Pagasitic Gulf, open throughout the year.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24210 73550
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KOMBOLOI MUSEUM
The Komboloi Museum ( Worrybead Museum ) has a wonderful selection of beautiful items on sale and display at their shop in Portaria.
Tel: ( + 30 ) 24280 90190
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