Metsovo is a traditional mountain town high in the Pindus mountains, with stone houses, wood smoke, local cheeses and wine. In winter it is one of Greece's classic snowy Christmas getaways.
Highlights
- The stone-built centre and main square
- Averoff Museum of Neohellenic Art
- Katogi Averoff winery
- Smoked metsovone cheese and local tsipouro
- Skiing at the nearby small ski centres
At over 1,100 metres, Metsovo often sees snow in winter, which makes it a favourite for Christmas and New Year breaks. Its stone mansions, wooden balconies and traditional costumes worn by older residents give it a strong sense of place.
Try the local smoked cheese, mountain pies and red wine, and stay in a guesthouse with a fireplace. Ioannina and Meteora are both within easy driving distance.
☀️ Best time to visit
December to March for snow and fireplaces; summer for cool mountain walks.
🧭 Getting there & around
Just off the Egnatia motorway: about 45 minutes from Ioannina and around 1 hour from Kalambaka. Carry snow chains or check road conditions in winter.