Travel to one of the most charming, traditional mountain settlements in Greece and explore the history and the nature of Epirus. Explore below the top places to visit in Metsovo.

E. Averof Gallery

E. Averof Gallery in Metsovo is a Greek art museum where you can admire a permanent exhibition of representative works of the most important Greek painters, printmakers and sculptors of the 19th and 20th century, such as Gizis, Lytras, Volanakis, Iakovidis, Parthenis, Maleas, Galanis, Hadjikyriakou-Ghikas, Moralis, Tetsis and many more. The collection of the museum of art is considered one of the most complete and important of this period.

Katogi Averof Winery

Visit the famous Katogi Averof winery in Metsovo to enjoy an atmospheric tour of the enchanting world of wine, in the history of the winery and the wine-making process. The tour follows a unique path in the cellars of the winery using audiovisual media. The winery is open from Thursday to Monday from 10am to 4pm. The last tour starts at 3pm.

Tositsas Mansion Folklore Museum

The Metsovo Folklore Museum, also known as "Mansion", is one of the first projects of the Foundation of Michael Tositsas in Metsovo and operates since 1955. It is housed in the reconstructed mansion of Tositsas and maintains the philosophy of an "open museum", with precious objects and rich collections.

Folklore Museum of Tsanakas

The Folklore Museum of Tsanakas is housed in the old stone mansion of Venetis family in the St. George area (1 Gregory Tsanaka str.) and is a museum of local folklore art. The museum is open to visitors every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 9am to 2pm.

Church of St. George

In the center of the Averoff Garden, in the northeast side of Metsovo, the historic church of St. George is a typical basilica with dome and houses icons dating from 1709.

Monastery of the Assumption

Next to Metsovitikos River, it is the only monastery located in Metsovo and dates from 1754. Here you can admire beautiful frescoes and icons of the 17th century. Every August the 15th, the Monastery of the Assumption organizes a great feast in her honor.

Metsovitikos River

A tributary of Arachthos, the river of Metsovitikos flows at the “feet” of the traditional village of Metsovo and impresses with its lush banks, and the rich, rare bird life.

Ioannina

Just 30 minutes from Metsovo, through Egnatia, the lively city of Ioannina is worth visiting.

Pindos National Park (Valia Calda)

Enjoy the wild beauty of "Warm Valley" or otherwise Valia Calda, the National Park of Pindos founded in 1966. The crystal waters of Aoos river, the verdant forests of pine and beech trees, the rich flora and rare fauna (bears, wild cats , aquatic mammals, etc.), prove the immense ecological value of the park of Pindos.

Lake Aoos

About 20 km. northwest of Metsovo, at the artificial Lake of Aoos you will probably admire the most dramatic landscape of the region. It is the largest mountain lake in Greece, has rich flora and fauna and is a must-see.

Vovousa

Just 45 minutes from Metsovo, Vovousa belongs in Zagorochoria. Do visit it to admire one of the most beautiful stone arched bridges of Epirus.

Accommodation

Located in the center of Metsovo, the stone-built Aroma Dryos Eco & Design Hotel generously offers visitors an unforgettable experience of a relaxing and atmospheric accommodation, as well as the ideal base from where one can discover the beauties of Pindos and Epirus. Aroma Dryos combines a modern and timeless environment with high aesthetics and quality of service, while the philosophy of love and respect for the nature that surrounds the hotel is evident in all spaces.

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From: Anthi Sasmatzoglou

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