Meteora Monasteries
The Meteora monasteries sit on top of massive sandstone pillars in central Greece, six active monasteries perched on rock towers that seem to defy gravity. Entry to each monastery is a small fee.
Scenic route in Meteora
Meteora Hiking Trails
The hiking trails around Meteora connect the monasteries through forests, rocky paths, and viewpoints that tour buses cannot reach. Free. The trail from Kalambaka to the Great Meteoron climbs through a gorge. The trail between monasteries follows quieter paths with fewer crowds than the road. Budget travelers hike instead of paying for tours and discover that the spaces between the monasteries are as beautiful as the buildings themselves.
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Before you go
- Address
- Δεσκάτης - Τρικάλων, 420 34 Meteora Municipality
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