The heavenly green lung of Serres
Lailias Forest is located in the western part of the Vrontous mountain range, just 25 km from the city of Serres. This forest paradise is overgrown with dense clusters of beech and black pine, starting from an altitude of 700 m and reaching the highest peak, Ali-Baba, at 1,850 m.
The total area of the forest zone amounts to 32,500 stremmata. The towering trees, steep ravines, and huge rocks compose a captivating location.
The forest hosts a variety of wild animals, such as roe deer, hares, and wild boars, while a small part of the brown bear population finds refuge in its northern, craggy parts. Due to the unique biodiversity, the area has been included in the Natura 2000 network.
With the arrival of winter, the ski centre becomes a pole of attraction for winter sports enthusiasts, while the more daring can try ice climbing in organised fields.
During the summer months, the lush green nature provides a refuge of coolness and rejuvenation in the crystal-clear mountain air. The forest routes are ideal for hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, and 4x4 driving, while on the rocks of Lailias, you can engage in climbing.
The rich flora and fauna of the forest will impress you. For hikers, it is worth noting that the European Long Distance Paths E4 and E6 cross the area.
One of the most picturesque trails leads to the so-called "Rock of Katigka", a huge monolith associated with a local tradition.
Within the forest complex, at an altitude of 1,470 m, is also the Sphagnum Bog of Lailias, which has been declared a "Protected Natural Monument". It is an area with marsh and swamp characteristics, hosting exceptionally rare species of Greek flora and presenting particular interest for palaeobotanical research.
For overnight stays, the mountain refuge of the Serres Mountaineering Club (EOS) operates in an idyllic clearing. In Lailias Forest, nature meets adventure in every season.
The total area of the forest zone amounts to 32,500 stremmata. The towering trees, steep ravines, and huge rocks compose a captivating location.
The forest hosts a variety of wild animals, such as roe deer, hares, and wild boars, while a small part of the brown bear population finds refuge in its northern, craggy parts. Due to the unique biodiversity, the area has been included in the Natura 2000 network.
With the arrival of winter, the ski centre becomes a pole of attraction for winter sports enthusiasts, while the more daring can try ice climbing in organised fields.
During the summer months, the lush green nature provides a refuge of coolness and rejuvenation in the crystal-clear mountain air. The forest routes are ideal for hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, and 4x4 driving, while on the rocks of Lailias, you can engage in climbing.
The rich flora and fauna of the forest will impress you. For hikers, it is worth noting that the European Long Distance Paths E4 and E6 cross the area.
One of the most picturesque trails leads to the so-called "Rock of Katigka", a huge monolith associated with a local tradition.
Within the forest complex, at an altitude of 1,470 m, is also the Sphagnum Bog of Lailias, which has been declared a "Protected Natural Monument". It is an area with marsh and swamp characteristics, hosting exceptionally rare species of Greek flora and presenting particular interest for palaeobotanical research.
For overnight stays, the mountain refuge of the Serres Mountaineering Club (EOS) operates in an idyllic clearing. In Lailias Forest, nature meets adventure in every season.
