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Lake Plastira and the surrounding landscape is one of the most beautiful places in the country and perhaps the best case of harmonious human intervention in the environment. The result is an idyllic place worth visiting in all seasons of the year.
History of Lake Plastira
The artificial lake Plastira or Lake Tavropou was created in 1959 with the completion of the dam of the river Tavropou, while the idea of creating the lake at this point was conceived years ago by General Nikolaos Plastira who, about thirty years ago, had visited his homeland and had been troubled by the floods that had plagued the inhabitants of the surrounding areas for years.
So he thought that the creation of the dam there would not only put an end to this chronic problem but would also solve a large part of the irrigation issue of the rural areas of Karditsa and the entire Thessalian plain.
The years that followed were difficult for our country and during the Second World War, in the area where the lake is now located, the first Allied airfield was opened, making a significant contribution to the fight against the German occupiers.
Today, Lake Plastira reminds nothing of those difficult years as with the passage of time and especially in recent decades it has transformed into one of the most popular excursion paradises for escapes either near the serene surface of the lake or in the mountainous destinations around it. The tourist development of the area is particularly intense and in the vast majority of cases it takes place in harmonious coexistence with the environment.
Access information and distances
Access to the lake is very easy from most parts of our country. Specifically, it is 326 km from Athens and you can reach it via Lamia and Domokos. A few kilometres from there, either follow the road to Karditsa or turn left and you will reach directly the first village of the lake, Kastania.
From Thessaloniki, Lake Plastira is 240 kilometres away via Larissa and Karditsa, while you can also take the longer but perhaps more comfortable route via Egnatia road, from which you will exit at Grevena for Trikala.
Routes at Lake Plastira
Once you reach Lake Plastira your options are many depending on the season and the weather. However, the best way to get to know the lake is to follow the perimeter and beautiful route.
If you have arrived from Karditsa, your starting point will be the first villages you will see when you see the lake on your left, Kerasia and Kryoneri, on the opposite slopes of the mountain as well as the first lakeside guesthouses and tourist facilities for horseback riding and canoeing.
The first stop is Kalyvia Pezoula, the most popular and probably the most touristically organized “beach” of the lake. From there you can visit the mountainous and beautiful village of Neraida or the equally beautiful mountainous village of Fylakti and Pezoula.
Get off at the junction of Kalyvia and continue on the perimeter road that will lead you to the regenerated Neochori with its picturesque square and the generous view of the lake. Continue to the village of Belekomiti with its taverns famous for its trout and finish your route by reaching the dam of Tavropou.
The next day you see the other half of the lake and some more beautiful villages. Start from the same point and pass by Nikolaos Plastira’s hometown, the village of
After the village of Mesenikola you will find in front of you the Monastery of Korona with its truly impressive and imposing building from the 16th century. A few kilometres further on, the lakeside settlement of Agios Athanasios and the second “plaza” of the lake, the
Accommodation at Lake Plastira
Find the best accommodation suggestions in Lake Plastira. Two of the most touristic villages with several suggestions for your stay are the picturesque Neochori that enjoys the view of the lake and Kalyvia Pezoula with the Pezoula beach.
The sights of Lake Plastira do not end with this route. Visit it and discover what the beautiful landscape, villages and people of this truly blessed place in central Greece have to offer.
In future articles you will see photos and pictures of specific villages and sights worth visiting in Lake Plastira.
Photos from Lake Plastira
Map of Lake Plastira
Kryoneri, Nevropoli Agrafon Municipal Unit, Lake Plastiras Municipality, Karditsa Regional Unit, Thessaly, Thessaly and Central Greece, 430 67, Greece
Neochori, Nevropoli Agrafon Municipal Unit, Lake Plastiras Municipality, Karditsa Regional Unit, Thessaly, Thessaly and Central Greece, 430 67, Greece
Mesenikolas, Plastiras Municipal Unit, Lake Plastiras Municipality, Karditsa Regional Unit, Thessaly, Thessaly and Central Greece, 430 67, Greece
Kalyvia, Nevropoli Agrafon Municipal Unit, Lake Plastiras Municipality, Karditsa Regional Unit, Thessaly, Thessaly and Central Greece, 430 67, Greece
Koufalia 57100, Hellas
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