Mount Pangaion

Mount Pangaion is a large mountain massif in Greece that extends across the prefectures of Kavala and Serres. On the mountain and in the surrounding areas there are many large springs, as well as streams fed by the mountain. Its highest peak is "Mati", at an altitude of 1,956 metres. Mount Pangaion is frequently mentioned in ancient Greek and Latin sources and was especially renowned for its silver and gold mines, for the shipbuilding timber supplied by its forests, and for the oracle of Dionysus.

Mount Pangaion, with its natural beauty, its great sheer rock faces, its densely wooded steep slopes, the torrents that rush down them and, overall, its resemblance to an alpine landscape, was also known for its lush variety of flora and its rich fauna. It is no coincidence that here, among the beeches, oaks and plane trees, thiasoi (cult groups) were formed to sing the praises of the god Dionysus.

It is a top destination in Northern Greece for those who wish to walk or cycle in a quiet area of unique natural beauty. The endless variety of flora combined with stunning landscapes offers visitors unique emotions and sights.

It is not only the mountain's unique beauty but also its morphology that makes it an ideal hiking and cycling destination, as there are many different routes in the area. The surroundings of Pangaion, with dozens of small villages, are an ideal destination to explore.