Paramythia Thesprotia, despite being a low profile destination, is a place of unspoiled natural beauty, impressive history and activities.
This beautiful city is built at the foot of Mount Gorilla and close to the Acheron River, making it an alternative destination ideal for nature and sports lovers.
So, if you are looking for unique experiences in places that combine tradition, historical interest and nature, come and discover the attractions and activities that make Paramythia a must-visit destination.
Activities and attractions in Paramitia Thesprotia
A walk through the picturesque village against the background of the imposing mountains will put you in a good mood. Its entrance is dominated by the church of Agios Donatos, the patron saint of Paramitia. They are worth discovering landmarks which testify to the history of the area, such as Agios Donatos Castle him too Culias Towerwhich is a unique example of a fortification allowing observation over the entire Paramitia plain.
Also, inside the settlement is the archaeological site where Bathroomwhich was built at the end of the Byzantine period or the beginning of the Ottoman Empire and is well worth seeing. Finally, you can admire its iconic building Voulgari Primary Schoolwhich is inextricably linked to the historical events of the region and should function as a place of culture and education. The story will not go unnoticed by your browsing Clock which has dominated there since 1750 and continues to operate to this day with a daily setup.
Activities that elevate our experience
As mentioned above, Paramitia is a particularly popular destination for extreme sports enthusiasts, with residents being quite active in the alternative tourism segment. An activity that has made Paramythia a top destination globally for adrenaline seekers is paraglider. The Paramythia Air Sports Association, which has been active since 1996, has made a significant contribution to this, the Pan-Hellenic Paragliding Championships are held on Mount Gorilla, attracting athletes from all over Greece.
With the help of experienced instructors, you can enjoy this unique experience and “fly” enjoying a breathtaking panoramic view. Advice: The most suitable period is from April to October.
They are just as impressive hiking trails in this green place. The most mountainous point of Thesprotia, Elataria is an uninhabited settlement that still maintains a rich heritage.
The Cultural Association of Elataria, along with volunteers, are committed to highlighting the natural beauty of the area, emphasizing activities such as tourism. To help with this, it was decided to use Elataria’s old school as a mountain refuge – a center for environmental information and cultural events. The first mountain refuge of Thesprotia will seal the alternative character of the place, being the starting point for the unique activities one can enjoy in Elataria.
Of course, except tourism, climbing and mountain bike which you will enjoy along the complete network of marked trails, an experience not to be missed is learning to pick mushrooms and herbs in the forest. Finally, Elataria also hosts Climbing park -the first in Thesprotia- with 5 tracks of different levels of difficulty in the enchanting fir forest.