Chorto

Towards the southern tip of the Pelion in Greece is located the small, quaint village of Chorto on the coast of the Pagasitic Gulf. Here you will find the charm and tranquillity of an authentic Greek fishing village. The appeal of Chorto is the location right along the waterline with the small harbour where the fishing boats are bobbing. On the picturesque waterfront are several taverns where you can eat while you admire the most beautiful sunset in all of Pelion. 

Archaeological excavations have shown that Chorto has been inhabited since the times of Homer. In fact, the bay of Chorto formed a busy port for the ancient local tribes. In the Byzantine times, the village was called Chortokastro, while its present name was probably given in the Venetian times from the world chortus, which means paled garden. From the 19th century till the 1950s, Chorto was an important trade centre for the agricultural products that were produced in the region. From the 1970s, tourism has developed and today it is a lovely family place for summer holidays. 

The village of Chorto  has several small quiet beaches. During the months of August and September, various cultural performances are given in the small outdoor theatre of Chorto. In the neighbouring village of Milina - 3 km away - you will find taverns, shops and cafés. Several hiking trails in the area give you the opportunity to enjoy the sporty nature and the amazing views of the bay with its small surrounding islands. 

From Chorto you can very easily explore the area of Pelion. One can reach the beautiful sandy beaches of Potistika and Melani in a short time, which are located on the Aegean Sea in the east of Pelion. But the nearby Byzantine monastery in Paou, the weekly market in the mountain village of Argalasti and the picturesque Agia Kyriaki near Trikeri are definitely worth a visit.