Ano Trikala
The highest of the three, on the slope of Mount Ziria. Most of the view guesthouses are here, and it is the starting point for the mountain.
On the slopes of Ziria · 1.5 hours from Athens
Trikala
Where the fir forest hides three villages. Stone, snow and a view all the way to the Corinthian Gulf, on the same mountainside.
Weather now…
Elevation900–1100m
Distance from Athens142 km
On-duty pharmacyXylokastro →
Mesaia Trikala
The commercial heart of the place — the square, most of the shops, and the tavernas that stay open all year, not just weekends.
Kato Trikala
Closer to the plain, quieter. Old stone houses and guesthouses spread across the hillside, with views reaching the Corinthian Gulf.
The signature
Stone built to last
Mansions of stone and wood, built in the 16th–18th century, still standing in Ano Trikala. No home here was built in a hurry — the stone walls show it.
16th c.oldest mansions
3villages, same hillside
900mlowest point
Frequently asked questions
Is Trikala one village or three?
Three — Ano, Mesaia and Kato Trikala, stacked one above the other on the same hillside. A few minutes apart by car.
Do I need snow chains in winter?
Often, yes, especially after snowfall. Check the weather before heading up.
How far is it from Athens?
142km, about an hour and a half by road via Xylokastro.
Which season is best to visit?
Both — winter for the snow on Ziria, summer for the mountain cool. A different experience each time.
Is there a pharmacy in Trikala?
No, not of its own — the nearest on-duty pharmacy is in Xylokastro, about 25 minutes away.
How do I get to the Ziria ski centre?
By the mini-bus that departs from the hotels and guesthouses of the three villages — see the bus schedule.