Portaria
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Understand
It's on the way to Eastern Pelion.
Get in
Portaria is connected by bus from Volos Interurban Bus Terminal ("Yperastiko KTEL") (KTEL Volou), Details on buses, can be found online here
Katichori and Stagiates are connected by Volos urban bus line no 4 (Ano Volos). Timetables over here: Νο 4 Katichori, Stagiates (Κατηχώρι, Σταγιάτες).
Katichori and Stagiates are connected by Volos urban bus line no 4 (Ano Volos). Timetables over here: Νο 4 Katichori, Stagiates (Κατηχώρι, Σταγιάτες).
Do
Hiking
- Portaria to Chania (East of Porteria), 8 km.2 hrs
- Chania to Portaria, alternative route 7 km, 1 hr 30 min
- Porteria to Makrinitsa (North West of Porteria) via Stagiates, 3,5 km, 2 hrs 40 min,
- Porteria to Drakia, (South East of Porteria) 7,3 km, 3 hrs 20 min
- Porteria to Alle Merla (South West of Porteria) via Katichori, 3,5 km, 1 hr 30 min,
- Round of Porteria (Kentavros Path), from Central Square Melina Mercouri to Chrysoula Zogia Square, then turn right on Kentavros Path North East up to Mana Spring, then South East up to Agios Nikolaos Church near the road to Chania, further un to Aghia Marina Church near the road to Volos, turn right follow the road towards Portaria and turn right again in order to reach the village
Eat
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phone: +30 2428090006address: Main Square, PortariaGreat food in a pleasant location under the trees in the main square. Mostly 'mountain food' rather than sea food. Make sure you try the oven roasted lamb wrapped in greaseproof paper.
Drink
The tap water is drinkable and restaurants will serve glasses of ice water upon request. Local drinks include Mythos (beer) and Ouzo.
Sleep
Budget
Mid-range
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phone: +30 2428099489address: PortariaAt the traditional village Portaria in the outstanding surroundings of Mount Pelion, Hotel Ilianna has been built with lots of passion and personal attention and is set in perfect harmony with the natural environment. Rooms with and without fireplace.
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phone: +30 2428099236address: PortariaTraditional guesthouse Faidriades is a family-runned business and has a long history of welcoming visitors of Portaria. Recently the guesthouse has been renovated and presents 5 comfortable rooms in harmony with the traditional environment.
Splurge
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phone: +30 24280-99911address: PortariaNew built suites located at Portaria traditional Greek village.