Trikeri – Agia Kyriaki

Trikeri is a picturesque and historical settlement, built on the edge of the main ridge of Pelion peninsula. The visitor can immediately realize that the connection of this remote village to Magnessia region is still long and not easy. However, the trade with the opposite coastal areas and with the city of Volos went in the past, through a much easier way: the sea. Thus, the small boat cabotage connection offered to the inhabitants of this outermost region a relative financial independence. Another reason of the independence of Trikeri was apparently, the mild Mediterranean climate, which enhanced the stock – breeding, as well as the cultivation of olive trees, vineyards and other fruit-bearing tree species. Today, little changes have been made to this piece of paradise and we can still enjoy the blinding sunlight and the spectacular view to the Aegean Sea.

The route from Trikeri to the small seaport of the settlement of Agia Kyriaki combines all the natural beauties of Southern Pelion, in a short and easy hike.

We walk mainly downwards, walking on the well-preserved cobbled street. This alley follows the wide axis of a ridge and offers beautiful view to the visitor during all its entire length. We start our hike at the town square of Trikeri and we walk down some stone-built steps. Then, a wide paved street changes into a concrete road and then into a stone-paved alley.

Soon, at the bend of the road, we find a shrine. From this point, we take the main cobbled path which goes downhill towards Agia Kyriaki. The alley is one of the best-kept cobbled paths in Pelion and makes our hike an relaxed and enjoyable experience.

After a while, we cross an tarmac road and see a large shrine in front of us. We reach to the start of a somewhat steep downhill slope where we’ll continue following the paved path, as it swerves mildly. Gradually, we recognize the first cottages of Agia Kyriaki and pass by another shrine. Finally, we arrive at the coastal village of Agia Kyriaki, where we can meander around the atmospheric backstreets and taste the local dishes by the seaside.