Tsagarada

Tsagarada, one of the oldest villages of Pelion, known to most visitors from Greece and abroad as “the emerald of Pelion”. It is located at an altitude of 500 meters and 54 kilometers from the city of Volos. It is located on the eastern slope of Pelion, covered by forests of plane trees, beech and chestnut trees. The panoramic goddess of the blue sea that stretches before you offers a diverse landscape that you will hardly find elsewhere in Greece.

Its history begins in the 16th century, while in the 17th century it takes its final form and layout. It is a large village with most of the area being hidden in the dense vegetation, the opossum trees, cultivated plants and flowers.

The symbol of Tsagarada is the ancient plane tree that is located in the central square. It is a huge tree, with a trunk diameter of more than 13 meters, thus generously offering its shade. It is located in the centre of an area rich in monuments and sites of stunning beauty. You’ll also find a cluster of small restaurants that make full use of local produce.

Anyone who wants to travel to a place with endless coastlines, emerald waters and peachy sunsets knows that Tsagarada is the right destination, since it is a place where the magic of nature emerges from every point. The numerous excursion destinations from this region are opportunities to discover a region proud of its great history and traditions. The visitor has the opportunity to visit well-preserved churches, walk along the picturesque paths and admire the traditional architecture of the mansions. The beauty of the earthly paradise of Tsagarada cannot leave any visitor unmoved.

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