Description of Proussos
The village of
Proussos is 33 km far from
Karpenisi and is inextricably linked to the famous monastery of
Panagia Proussiotissa. The miraculous image of Our Lady is in a cave on the slope of a steep ravine. The view of the gorge from the village is literally breath taking. The area has been developed with
hotels,
guesthouses and
restaurants.
How to get to Proussos
Proussos is 285 km far from Athens, 380 km far from Thessaloniki and 33 km far from Karpenisi. Starting from Athens take the Athens- Thessaloniki highway, pass by the city of Lamia and follow the signs to Karpenisi and then to Proussos. You will need approximately 4 hours driving from Athens and 5 hours from Thessaloniki.
Useful Phone Numbers in Proussos
Velouhi Ski Center: +30 22370 21111-2, 22002, 23506
Police in Proussos: +30 22370 80722