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Oros Pilion, a peninsula and a mountain range

Oros Pilion is a peninsula and a mountain range standing in the eastern central part of Greece. It is about 50 km, north to south and 5 km to 20 km from east to west. It is more or less the same mountain range than Evia and thus, has many geographic features in common. When you drive in Pilion, be aware that you will drive mountain roads and when you establish your time schedule (better not have any!), consider that your average speed will never reach 35-40 km per hour! So, take your time and enjoy!

Oros Pilion is spelled Oρoσ Pιλιoν in Greek, which means the Pilion mountain

Oros Pilion, a peninsula and a mountain range

The island is very mountainous and has thus a very indented coast with many small,isolated coves. Actually, Evia is itself a mountain range sitting in the Egean! This mountain range can be found on the continent with the Pelion peninsula and with Mount Olympe at the northern end.

Intro Updated Aug 1, 2008
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Reviews (11)

Beautiful crystals! Off The Beaten Path (3)

I took a photo of this rock because I was impressed by the shape and size of the crystals have limited knowledge in... more travel advice

Squill Off The Beaten Path (3)

Squill or Sea onion (Urginea maritima) is a beautiful plant of the Lilly family that grows close to the sea. It has a... more travel advice

Grecian fox glove Off The Beaten Path (3)

Grecian fox glove (Digitalis lanata), growing in eastern Europe and fox glove (Digitalis purpurea), growing mostly in... more travel advice

Paved lanes Things to Do (8)

In the mountains when you have to walk from the valley to the ridge of the mountain, there two choices. Either you draw... more travel advice

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LoriPori Mar 8, 2009 at 4:16 AM

The coastal views are amazing. Interesting info on the foxglove and its medicinal value.
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evaanna Jan 16, 2009 at 11:54 PM

Breathtaking scenery in your beautiful pictures. Lovely area well-worth exploring.
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nickandchris Aug 14, 2008 at 10:06 AM

One of our favourite parts of Greece. Some interesting nature tips here.
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scottishvisitor Jun 5, 2008 at 1:29 PM

Would love to stay in the one house penisular - I also liked very much your nature tips & I would love the green side of this region
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Kuznetsov_Sergey Jun 4, 2008 at 10:45 AM

What a picturesque place and beautiful plants! These paths for trekking are so attractive. Thanks Jean-louis for sharing!