One of the most popular destinations in Greece, Pelion is an ideal choice for refreshing vacations at any time of the year.

The picturesque villages, the green landscape and beautiful nature, the excellent local gastronomy are among the advantages that make Pelion a destination for every season of the year.

Among the destinations that stand out, where the view of the waters of Pagasitikos is amazing, is Makrinitsa. It is not by chance that they call it the "balcony" of Pelion, because from there the view reaches even to Volos and to the waters of the Pagasetic Gulf.

It is one of the most traditional and picturesque villages in the mountains of the Centaurs, 11 km from Volos, which enchants the visitor both by the view for which it is famous and by the experience it offers. With its main advantage, the fact that it is very close to the capital of the prefecture, Makrinitsa offers an unforgettable experience.

Its main features are the traditional buildings of Pelion architecture, the cobbled streets, the picturesque atmosphere.

The central paved square with the fountain from which gurgling water flows and the church of Agios Ioannis Prodromos is a reference point of the village. From there the visitor can admire the view of Volos and the Pagasetic Gulf. Under the centuries-old plane tree there is a traditional cafe, while the village also has picturesque taverns.

Things to see in the village include the Museum of Folk Art and History, housed in the Topalis mansion of 1844, which was declared a historical monument by the Ministry of Culture in 1985.