Nature escapes / Mountains

Beyond the mountains,
more mountains.

Beyond the islands lies another Greece—shaped by high peaks, ancient paths, forested slopes and mountain communities.

Dragon Lake surrounded by the rugged peaks of the Pindus mountains
Where Greece rises into the wild

Mountains shaped the country—and the lives within it.

Although Greece is celebrated for its seas and islands, much of the country is mountainous. It is the third-most mountainous country in Europe, after Norway and Albania. These landscapes have always stirred curiosity and imagination through their majesty, wildness and mystery.

For generations, mountains were inseparable from local life—from songs and stories to pastoral traditions, stone craftsmanship and everyday survival. They remain places where landscape and culture are still deeply connected.

Did you know?80%of Greece is mountainous
Why the mountains matter

The mountains leave their mark.

01

Landscapes with depth

High plateaus, limestone peaks, deep forests and alpine lakes reveal a Greece far beyond the familiar coastline.

02

Paths with memory

Old footpaths once connected villages, pastures and communities. Walking them brings the history of each place closer.

03

Life at a slower rhythm

Small villages, local hospitality and time outdoors create journeys shaped by attention rather than speed.

Explore Epirus

Epirus, a land where
adventure meets nature.

Imposing mountain ranges, breathtaking gorges, untouched forests and wild rivers protect an extraordinary variety of life. Epirus invites the traveller into a slow, refreshing wander through one of Greece’s most powerful landscapes.

Vrontalida is rooted here. We encourage visitors to discover this land with respect, curiosity and care for the people who call it home.

Explore hiking in Epirus ↗Our footpath project →
Remote mountain landscape surrounding Amarantos village in EpirusAmarantos / Northern Epirus