National Park of Lakes Koronia-Volvi and the Macedonian Tempe

National Park of Lakes Koronia-Volvi and the Macedonian Tempe is one of 29 national parks in Greece. It covers 159 km² (15,928 ha) — about 1.5 times the size of Paris, making it the #12 largest national park in Greece (2.2% of the country's national park area).

History and protection

The park was established in 2004, 22 years ago — the first national parks in Greece date back to 1938. It is listed in IUCN category VI: Protected Area with sustainable use of natural resources — allowing sustainable use of natural resources.

Visiting National Park of Lakes Koronia-Volvi and the Macedonian Tempe

The closest airport is Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (SKG), about 35 km away — around 45 minutes by car; alternatively Kavala Alexander the Great International Airport (KVA, 112 km). Other national parks within reach include Axios-Loudias-Aliakmonas Delta National Park (338 km²), Lake Kerkini National Park, Olympos National Park (40 km²) and Mount Olympus (191 km²) — easy to combine on one trip.