Pelion Railway (Moutzouris)
Τρενάκι Πηλίου (Μουτζούρης)
A century-old narrow-gauge steam train running through olive groves and chestnut forests, passing the curved steel bridge designed by the father of painter Giorgio de Chirico.
The Pelion Railway, nicknamed 'Moutzouris,' is a 60-centimeter narrow-gauge line built in 1903. It now runs a sightseeing route of about 15 kilometers from Ano Lechonia to Miliés. A one-way trip takes about 1.5 hours through olive groves, chestnut forests and gorges, passing tunnels and stone-arch bridges. The most photogenic sight is the curved steel bridge designed by the father of painter Giorgio de Chirico. The train stops at small stations along the way, so you can get off and take photos. It generally runs on weekends from April to October and daily in midsummer, so buy tickets online in advance.
Opening hours
Departs Upper Lechonia approx. 11:00; returns from Milies approx. 16:00
Nearby sights
- Pinakates
- Kala Nera
- Hania & Pelion Ski Centre (Agriolefkes)
- Vyzitsa
- Portaria
- Milies
- Athanasakeio Archaeological Museum of Volos
- Theophilos Museum (Kontos House)