Dadia Forest
Reserve and Ecotourism Centre
Head north-east from the Evros Delta and you will reach the small town of Féres, which would make a good base for exploring the area to the north of here, the 32,500-hectare Dadia Forest Reserve. Set in the Evros Valley and overshadowed by the Evros Mountains, this is another scenically splendid area of Greece and mostly visited by those with an interest in its wide range of wildlife. It's especially noted for the fact that 36 of Europe's 38 species of predatory birds can be found here.
Dadia Forest Reserve Information Centre
There is an information centre in the forest, at the Dadia Ecotourism Centre, reached from near the village of Likófi. At the centre you will naturally find a lot of information about the flora and the fauna of the Reserve, which is especially noted for its rare birds of prey. At the centre you can also get advice on exploring the Reserve, which can be done by way of an organised tour van, which goes into the areas where cars are banned, or on foot.
There are two main footpaths to be followed, and these are well-marked. One leads to the highest point in the Reserve, at 520 meters (1706ft), and the other to a hide which looks out over the Mavrorema Canyon, giving chance for visitors to see some of the raptors as they soar on the thermals that rise out of the canyon.
In addition to the eagles and vultures, other species seen here include the lanner falcon, black kite, goshawk, Levant sparrowhawk, honey buzzard and the increasingly rare black stork, although there are only a few of these in the forest.
Accommodation in the Dadia Forest
It is quite possible to stay in the Reserve, as there are 20 rooms available at the Dadia Ecotourism Centre, which also has a restaurant and café. You would need to book ahead as it gets full at busy periods such as migration times in spring and autumn. There is a café nearby, and more eating options and shops in the village of Dadiá, about 1km (1/2 mile) away.
Visiting the Dadia Forest
Find more information on the
Forest Inn Ecotourism Hotel of Dadia website.
Latest Posts
-
Greece Working to Ensure All Travelers Feel Welcome and Safe
Greece is working intensively to ensure that all travelers are welcome, said Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis on Thursday, adding that a first list of countries allowed quarantine-free admission into…
-
Lufthansa to Double Flights to Athens from Frankfurt and Munich
German airline Lufthansa will double its flights to Athens from Frankfurt and Munich as of June 15, as part of its plan to expand its services and make as many destinations as possible accessible for…
-
Be My Guest Athens Hotel Ready to Open on June 5
Be My Guest, a boutique hotel located in the area of Thissio in Athens, has announced its reopening as of June 5, following a light refurbishment of its rooms and public areas. The hotel remained clos…
-
Thessaloniki Counting on Road Arrivals for 2020 Tourism Season
Local authorities in Thessaloniki and the greater Central Macedonia region this year are counting on road arrivals from Greece’s neighboring countries to offset the negative impact that the coronaviru…
-
Moments of Daily Life in Athens As Greece Opens Up
Watch daily life in Athens as Greece is getting vibrant and happy again. On the first week cafes and restaurants open in Greece the Greek capital slowly but surely is finding its pre-pandemic self. Wi…
-
Greece Still Attractive Tourist Destination Despite Covid-19
Potential travelers appear to be eager to visit Greece in the next three months despite the Covid-19 crisis, according to a study on attitudes and intentions regarding international leisure trips join…
-
Greece in Discussions with Egypt to Resume Tourist Flows
Greece and Egypt on Tuesday discussed laying the ground for gradual resumption of flights between the two countries in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic. Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis, d…
-
AEGEAN Restarts Flights from Thessaloniki to 6 Int’l Destinations as of June 15
AEGEAN Airlines on Wednesday announced that it will be restarting direct operations to/from Thessaloniki with six European destinations as of June 15. The Greek company’s announcement follows the grad…
-
Travel Restrictions Keep Celestyal from Cruising Until July 30
Celestyal Cruises, which sails to the Greek islands and the Mediterranean, recently announced that it is further extending the suspension of its operations until July 30. The cruise line said it took…
-
EASA Updates List of Airports in Covid-19 High Risk Areas
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) on Wednesday updated the list of airports located in affected areas with high risk of transmission of the Covid-19 infection. EASA determined that a li…
Best Greece Guide
Of all the many guides to Greece we've seen, this is the one we recommend as best of all:
Take a Look at Our Corfu Guide
FTC Disclosure : If you make a purchase via a link on this site, we may receive a small commission on the transaction - at no added cost to you. Thank you!
Latest Posts
-
Greece Working to Ensure All Travelers Feel Welcome and Safe
May 29, 20 10:34 AM
Greece is working intensively to ensure that all travelers are welcome, said Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis on Thursday, adding that a first list of countries allowed quarantine-free admission into…
-
Lufthansa to Double Flights to Athens from Frankfurt and Munich
May 29, 20 10:34 AM
German airline Lufthansa will double its flights to Athens from Frankfurt and Munich as of June 15, as part of its plan to expand its services and make as many destinations as possible accessible for…
-
Be My Guest Athens Hotel Ready to Open on June 5
May 29, 20 10:34 AM
Be My Guest, a boutique hotel located in the area of Thissio in Athens, has announced its reopening as of June 5, following a light refurbishment of its rooms and public areas. The hotel remained clos…
-
Thessaloniki Counting on Road Arrivals for 2020 Tourism Season
May 29, 20 10:34 AM
Local authorities in Thessaloniki and the greater Central Macedonia region this year are counting on road arrivals from Greece’s neighboring countries to offset the negative impact that the coronaviru…
-
Moments of Daily Life in Athens As Greece Opens Up
May 28, 20 09:07 PM
Watch daily life in Athens as Greece is getting vibrant and happy again. On the first week cafes and restaurants open in Greece the Greek capital slowly but surely is finding its pre-pandemic self. Wi…
-
Greece Still Attractive Tourist Destination Despite Covid-19
May 28, 20 09:21 AM
Potential travelers appear to be eager to visit Greece in the next three months despite the Covid-19 crisis, according to a study on attitudes and intentions regarding international leisure trips join…
-
Greece in Discussions with Egypt to Resume Tourist Flows
May 28, 20 09:21 AM
Greece and Egypt on Tuesday discussed laying the ground for gradual resumption of flights between the two countries in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic. Greek Tourism Minister Harry Theoharis, d…
-
AEGEAN Restarts Flights from Thessaloniki to 6 Int’l Destinations as of June 15
May 28, 20 09:21 AM
AEGEAN Airlines on Wednesday announced that it will be restarting direct operations to/from Thessaloniki with six European destinations as of June 15. The Greek company’s announcement follows the grad…
-
Travel Restrictions Keep Celestyal from Cruising Until July 30
May 28, 20 09:21 AM
Celestyal Cruises, which sails to the Greek islands and the Mediterranean, recently announced that it is further extending the suspension of its operations until July 30. The cruise line said it took…
No words or images to be used without prior permission.
We do not sell personal information: see our Privacy Policy.
California Consumer Privacy Act - CCPA: Sale Of Personal Information
Greece Travel Secrets does not sell any information it gathers for any reason. It has not collected or sold any personal information in the last twelve months or ever in the past.
This website was built using Site Build It!
