Neraïdochóri: Mountain Village on Koziakas

Neraïdochóri lies at 1,140 metres on the slopes of Koziakas and is a mountain village in the regional unit of Trikala. The village was formerly called Veternikon and Chatzipetrion. When choosing where to stay, you can consider the village’s different features: its paths and ascents, nearby destinations, or its buildings and local history.

Paths and ascents

Route 212 is the shortest ascent from the upper part of the village to the 2,074-metre summit of Neraida. If you are planning this ascent, check the conditions before setting out.

A section of the route from Pertouli to Neraïdochóri offers another option: it follows the river, crosses it several times, and eventually reaches Hatzipetros Bridge below the village. The bridge is about two kilometres southeast of Neraïdochóri. Another described ascent runs from a bridge below the village to Marosa and is considered the easiest way to climb it. The starting point below the village and the different route help you distinguish these destinations when planning; check current trail conditions separately for each one.

Vlachostrata runs through the lower part of Neraïdochóri. Hiking trails and mountain-bike routes are also available in the surrounding NATURA 2000 area. Vlachostrata runs through the lower part of the village; hiking and mountain-bike routes are available in the surrounding area. So first consider whether you want to include a named ascent, a river route, or trails for hiking or mountain biking in your plans.

Sights and local history

Sights open to visitors include the Monastery of Saint Paraskevi, also known as Moni Tsoukas. Other destinations mentioned are the Church of Saint Nicholas and the chapels of Saint Panteleimon and Prophet Elias. Neraïdochóri also has a bust of Christodoulos Hatzipetros, a fighter in 1821. These places offer different points of interest for your visit: a monastery, churches and chapels, and a monument to a historical figure.

The stone arch bridge of Neraïdochóri and a section of the old Vlachostrata are also designated monuments. The name Vlachostrata derives from the Road of the Vlachs. A look at the village’s history therefore lets you consider the structure and the historic road name separately, without equating them with a particular route or ascent.

A stone watermill stands by the river in Neraïdochóri. It was used to process food and was also equipped with devices and mechanisms to operate as a fulling mill; it has since been abandoned. The mill is a place where you can learn about former ways of working, while the paths and ascents mainly help you plan outings.

If you are considering Neraïdochóri as a place to stay, you can start by choosing according to whether ascents, nearby trails, or the village’s sights are your main interest. For a suitable plan, consider the specific places you want to visit and the conditions on each route.

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