Kala Nera belongs to the municipality of Milies, it is located 18 km east of the town of Volos, between the coastal towns of Kato Gatzea and Afissos.
Kala Nera was a small Greek fishing village, which today has become one of the favorite summer resorts. It owes its popularity to its location, Pagasitic Bay. On the southeastern side of Cala Nera, there is the mouth of the Belegrino River, which represents the natural border between Cala Nera and the village of Koropi.
The lifeguard on the beach is always awake, our videographer had a burning desire to suddenly forget how to swim, so that he could be rescued 🙂
Cala Nera beach has a Blue Flag for its exceptionally clean water. At the very entrance to the town, the beach is rocky, with poor access and, therefore, rarely visited. Somewhere from the middle of the town, the approach to the sea changes and the beach becomes pebbly, so the second part fully justifies its name as a good beach. Along the coast there are many taverns and cafes with a nice view of the sea. There are several sources of cold drinking water in the place.
Kala Nera is one of the favorite destinations for Greeks, who consider this part of the Pelion peninsula to be the most beautiful for rest and enjoyment. In Cala Nera, as well as in its surroundings, you can enjoy walking, horseback riding, cycling, diving, water and winter sports… Also, Cala Nera is the perfect place from which you can start getting to know the whole of Pelion, also known as the “mythical land of the famous Centaurs and Argonaut”.
Cala Nera is an excellent starting point for exploring the peninsula. It takes 15-30 minutes to drive to most beaches and places. Our team had just chosen Cala Nera as a base, so we got to know the whole peninsula from there.
Numerous festivals are held here, from the beginning of May to the middle of September. So, apart from the beautiful sea, beautiful beaches and mountainous surroundings, you can also enjoy the traditional games of this country, as well as local food and drink.
May 1 is the most dynamic month with various events, such as:
– the Trikeri festival, which is a festival of traditional music and dance in the national costumes of the country,
– Alli Meria festival, flower festival
– the Lavkos festival, a religious holiday held in the monastery with traditional music, dance and food
– June 1 Katochori which is a festival in honor of the traditional Greek drink “tsipouro”
– 6/7. July Agia Kyriaki, festival of traditional music, dance and folk instruments
– July 17 Kissos, festival of traditional music and dance in the village square
– 25-27. July Milies, traditional music and dance in the name of Sotiris day
– End of July Agria, a night fishing festival with traditional music and dance and the famous Kakavia fish soup
– 1-10. August N. Anchialos, wine festival
– August 15 Kala Nera, festival of the Virgin Mary with traditional music and dance
– August 25 Makrirachi, flower exhibition in the village square
– At the beginning of September, the famous apple festival takes place
Excursion and attractions:
going to the city of Volos
Ano Lehonia old town
the village of Milies with traditional Pilionian architecture
Koropi place
How to get there: .For those who want to fly by plane, in the area of Anchialos, there is an airport that is only open during the summer season for all charter flights from Europe. Many people choose to go to the main international airports of Greece, in Athens, Thessaloniki and Skiathos, where from these airports, you can get to Kala Nera, either by car or by bus.
