Epirus
Greece
Greece / Epirus
Frozen in time and off-the-trodden path
Hugging the Albanian border, this mountainous landscape in the north-western corner of mainland Greece is unparalleled in natural beauty and rich history. Surrounded by snow-capped peaks, crystal-clear emerald rivers, and quaint stone-built villages, Epirus feels frozen in time and delightfully far off-the-trodden path.
Our top 5 must-see villages include Kipi, Papigo, Tsepelovo, Zagorochoria, and Vitsa. The region is flooded with charming village stays, but we've handpicked a few of our favorites going the extra eco-mile with their hospitality models.
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Stays in Epirus
the highlights.
Feast on delightful farm-to-table meals served in traditional tavernas overlooking the jagged peaks of the Pindus mountains.
Check out the many monasteries with their beautiful frescoes. A favorite is the charming Saint Paraskevi, located above the Vikos Gorge near the village of Monodendri.
Marvel at the many stone-arched bridges in the Zagori region. A favorite is the high arching bridge of Kokkori Bridge, crossing the Voidomatis River.
Stroll along cobbled alleys jam-packed with slate-roofed stone houses in ancient mountain towns like Papigo and its hillside sister village Mikro Papigo.
Enjoy the many outdoor adventure sports on offer at Zagori, including hiking, rock climbing, paragliding, and river rafting.
Pop into the little hole-in-the-wall art studios, ceramics workshops, and boutiques loaded with local arts and crafts.