The beautiful village of Portaria is one of the most popular in all of Pelion. It is located just 13 km from the city of Volos, but at it's altitude of 650m, you will feel as though you are in a very secluded and intimate place. With stunning views towards the city of Volos and the Pagasitic Gulf, there are some truly beautiful spots from which you can see far beyond Volos and outwards to sea. The village of Portaria is also perfectly located, giving visitors to the region the perfect base from which to venture out and explore.The village of Makrinitsa neighbours with Portaria, and here you can enjoy what is commonly known as the "Balcony of Pelion", with views stretching out over Volos as far as the eye can see..

The famous ski centre of Agriolefkes is also within easy reach from Portaria. With several slopes, and facilities for both the seasoned skier as well as the beginner, the ski centre is one stop that you must try to make shoul dyou be visiting Pelion during the winter months. As a village, Portaria has a long and proud history behind it. It is also where the famous hotel "Theoxenia" was built. This hotel was, at it's time, the most luxurious of all hotels in the Balkans. However, it was destroyed during the German occupancy of the country during WW2. It is still worth visiting the ruins of this once impressive hotel, to develope a sense of it's beauty and grandness..

As with village all over Pelion, there are some very popular and famous churches located in Portaria. The chapel of Panagias tis Portareas, which is situated on the road to Hania and next to the church of Agios Nikoloas, houses some very beautiful painted icons. The Byzantine monastery of Agios Ioannis Prothromos, which is on the road leading to Makrinitsa, houses some very beautiful Byzantine icons and decorations. Portaria is also a lovely village from which to explore and take interesting walks. There are several water springs in the village, which provide a refreshing cool drink during the hot summer months. There are also several parts of Portaria which are beautiful to visit, such as the waterfalls at Karavos.

At the main square of Portaria, you will find a selection of tavernas, cafes and bars, where one can enjoy a meal or drink. Here you will also see the main spring water fountain of the village. All visitors to Pelion should try and visit the village of Portaria. It is one of the most picturesque and beautiful of all the Pelion villages, and one with beautiful and inspirational views. It is also here that you will find the "Athineos", which is where we have a fine selection of rooms and accommodation available for your stay here in Portaria. We are open all year round, so you can be sure we will be here, anytime you visit Pelion.

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