Pelion is not only a summer destination. In winter the chestnut and beech forests turn quiet, the stone villages light their fireplaces, and on the highest slopes you can ski with a view of the sea. Here is what to expect.

The Pelion ski centre at Agriolefkes

The ski centre lies at Agriolefkes, between about 1,170 and 1,470 metres, just 2 km above the mountain pass of Hania and about 27 km from Volos. On clear days you see both the Pagasetic Gulf and the Aegean from the slopes. It has a handful of runs and lifts, a ski school and equipment rental, and it suits beginners and families as well as intermediate skiers.

The season usually runs from December to March, but it depends on the snow: the resort is fairly low, so in some winters it opens late or closes early. Check the current conditions with the ski centre before you go.

Where to stay

Hania, Portaria and Makrinitsa are the closest bases to the ski centre, 10 to 30 minutes away.
Zagora and Tsagarada on the Aegean side are quieter in winter, with old mansions turned into guesthouses with fireplaces.
In the evenings, the village tavernas serve hearty mountain dishes and tsipouro, the local spirit.

Mountain roads in winter

The roads over Hania climb to around 1,200 metres. After heavy snowfall they are cleared, but for a few hours they may be closed or open only with snow chains. Villages lower down, and the coast, usually have no snow at all. If you are not used to driving in snow, a transfer is the relaxed choice: our drivers use these roads every day and know when to wait and when to go.

Getting there in winter

Volos Airport has few flights in winter, so most winter visitors fly into Thessaloniki or Athens. Read our comparison: Thessaloniki or Athens Airport for Pelion?

From the port, bus or train station of Volos to Portaria or Makrinitsa: 63 € by car, 111 € by minivan.
From Thessaloniki Airport to Volos: about 2 h 30 min, 285 € by car. From Athens Airport: about 3 h 30 min, 380 € by car.

Prices per vehicle, one way (November 2026). For a ski day, ask us for a return trip from your hotel to Agriolefkes.

Book your winter transfer: see all Pelion prices, or call us on +30 24210 32171.