Greece Launches Year-Round Mountain Tourism Initiative

Sunday, 31 May 2026/Source: Flashnews/1 min read

Greece's Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni attended an event in Heraklion promoting the "Mountain Greece Year-Round" initiative, highlighting the tourism potential of Greek mountain destinations beyond the summer season. The event focused on developing and promoting inland and mountainous areas as viable travel destinations outside peak beach season. For visitors to Crete, this signals growing official support for exploring the island's interior, including areas such as the Psiloritis mountain range, the Lasithi Plateau, and traditional villages in the White Mountains. Travelers interested in hiking, agrotourism, and authentic rural experiences can expect improved infrastructure and visibility for these destinations. The initiative aims to extend the tourism season and distribute visitors more evenly across the island, reducing pressure on coastal hotspots and opening access to lesser-known cultural and natural attractions inland.