Traditional Village Palaios Panteleimonas
Palaios Panteleimonas is a traditional village where time has stood still. Although it has been completely renovated, this village has retained its authentic charm. Like in every village, all activities take place in the center, at the main square by the church. Here are numerous restaurants offering local specialties, and the surrounding streets are adorned with shops selling traditional products from the area.
This magical place also has ‘’a secret connection’’ with Parthenonas in Sithonia, so if you have visited one of these places, you will certainly feel a sense of déjà vu in the other.
Where is Palaios Panteleimonas Located?
The traditional village of Palaios Panteleimonas is about 3 km away from the coast. Thanks to the great efforts of the locals and significant funding from European funds, this place has been completely reconstructed and renovated. Here, you can experience the authentic atmosphere of a traditional village situated on the slopes of Mount Olympus.
Palaios Panteleimonas Is Known For its Excellent Restaurants And Famous Lamb Dishes
The church in the middle of the village, shaded by a centuries-old tree and next to a freshwater and beneficial spring, immediately shows you where you have arrived. Here are many small, atmospheric taverns where you can try traditional Greek specialties, moussaka, salads, as well as international dishes, with a special recommendation for delicious lamb.
Palaios Panteleimonas Offers a Fantastic View of the Entire Olympus Region
In Palaios Panteleimonas, there is no fish specialties, and the waiters and tavern owners will tell you to eat fish on the beach. However, even if you manage to resist the history, atmosphere, gourmet delights, and charm, you won't be able to resist the panoramic view that takes your breath away. From this location you will enjoy a fantastic panoramic view of the Olympus region and the Aegean Sea. Therefore, you will see why people from ancient times "inhabited" Mount Olympus with their gods.
What You Can Buy in Palaios Panteleimonas
- Bags of spices, medicinal, or aromatic herbs
- Honey
- Various traditional sweet treats
- Chestnut preserves
Here, you can stroll through old, cobblestone streets, see examples of traditional architecture, and buy typical Greek souvenirs - bags of spices, medicinal, or aromatic herbs, fantastic honey, spirits, and various traditional sweet treats. We especially recommend the chestnut preserves.
What to Visit Near Palaios Panteleimonas
- Olympus National Park
- Archaeological Site of Dion
- Platamon Castle
- Old Monastery of Saint Dionysius
- New Monastery of Saint Dionysius
Olympus National Park
From village of Palaios Panteleimonas, you can continue your journey by car, and for all lovers of recreational vacations, a true paradise begins here - the Olympus National Park. If you are a nature and hiking enthusiast, this is the right place for you. Hiking, mountain biking, increasingly popular mountain marathons, and many other sports activities have found their haven within this national park.
Archaeological Site of Dion
This entire region is rich in archaeological sites, so culture and history lovers can follow in the footsteps of Alexander the Great, who gathered his army in the city of Dion before heading to Persia.
Platamon Castle
In this region, there is also Platamon Castle, built by the Crusaders during the 13th century. Constructed between 1204 and 1222, it once guarded the strategically important passage to the Tempe Valley, where Greek poets placed Apollo and his Muses.
The Platamon Fortress is surrounded by massive walls topped by a high hexagonal tower overlooking the coastline, one of the most important routes through Greece. Recent research shows that an older, ancient city once existed here, which many experts believe could be Heraklion.
Old Monastery of Saint Dionysius
On the slopes of Mount Olympus, about 17 km from Litochoro, is the Old Monastery of Saint Dionysius. It was built in 1542, and Saint Dionysius participated in its founding. After a divine revelation, Saint Dionysius founded and dedicated the monastery to the Holy Trinity, but the monastery later became known by the name of its founder—Saint Dionysius of Olympus. He was also buried in the then chapel of the monastery, and the remains of his grave still exist today.
New Monastery of Saint Dionysius
The New Monastery of Saint Dionysius is located about 3 km from Litochoro, and its story is closely linked to the Old Monastery of the same name. The Old Monastery was looted and burned by the Ottomans during the Greek uprising in 1821, and during World War II, Nazi forces almost completely destroyed it with explosives.
Descriptions and photos of accommodation in the Olympus region can be found HERE.
Child-friendly: 100/100
Parking: Free/plentiful