Palaios Agios Athanasios

A stone village, cozy firesides and routes towards Mount Voras.

VillageHiking & adventureWeekend getaway

About the destination

Palaios Agios Athanasios is a restored stone village on the slopes of Mount Voras in Pella, a popular winter and autumn getaway from Thessaloniki. Its cobbled lanes, guesthouses and fireside tavernas set the scene, and the forests and the Kaimaktsalan massif offer walking and snow sports.

What makes this place special

Restored stone houses and cobbled lanes
The fireside tavernas
Walks in the forests of Voras
The Kaimaktsalan Ski Centre above the village
The Pozar thermal baths
The nearby waterfalls and springs of Edessa

Across the seasons

Spring

In spring, Palaios Agios Athanasios invites fresh greenery and comfortable walks along lower mountain paths. Orthodox Easter brings candlelit services and processions through local streets.

Summer

In summer, Palaios Agios Athanasios invites cooler forest paths and early hikes above the summer heat. Summer village feasts bring traditional music and shared meals outdoors.

Autumn

In autumn, Palaios Agios Athanasios invites changing forest colors, crisp air and rewarding village walks. October's Ohi Day brings local parades and public commemorations.

Winter

In winter, Palaios Agios Athanasios invites snow-dusted scenery, fireside meals and lower trails when conditions permit. Christmas carols and New Year celebrations brighten local streets and squares.