The wider area of Metsovo is characterized by geoscientists as a high landslide risk region. In this paper, the process of creating a map of landslide hazard zones of the wider region of Metsovo which shows three areas of risk for landslides, small, medium and high, using GIS methods and techniques, is described. The risk map is generated by linearly combined factors considered to contribute to landslide occurrence. These factors are: slope angle, lithology, vegetation cover, distance from the roads, distance from the river network, orientation of the slopes, topographical elevation.

In this  paper, measures for preventing  and treating  the effects  of  landslides  in the mountainous area of Μetsovo are proposed. Initially, two existing landslides are studied and the corresponding geotechnical solutions are proposed. Each project is described extensively, followed by cost analysis. Then, policies and  projects to  reduce landslide danger are analyzed. As far as geotechnical projects are concerned, an analysis on their effectiveness regarding landslides confrontation is conducted.

Landslides comprise one of the most common phenomena related to ground movement. These phenomena are caused by a combination of factors (geological structure, precipitation height, manmade interventions etc). During 2010 the broader area of the municipality of Metsovo faced serious problems related to landslides, which occurred at the road network of the area and inside the settlements of Metsovo and Anilio. The constant and of high intensity rainfalls of November, combined with the geological background and the morphology of the area, led to the occurrence of landslides.

Τhe present study aims at analyzing the wood and furniture industry and investigating its perspectives in the new municipality of Metsovo. The research was carried out through structured interviews of a representative sample of professionals from 20 enterprises of wood sector in the study area. The results reveal the importance of wood industry for both the local society and economy. Furthermore, it becomes apparent from the outcomes of the research that the industry skates on thin ice facing several threats.

The thriving natural environment of Metsovo favors the development and promotion of alternative forms of tourism, such as trekking tourism. In this paper, conversation with local people, especially the older ones, willing to share with the author their knowledge and experiences, drew a very good picture of the basic routes and paths that the habitats of Metsovo used for a long time in the past. The 20th century’s significant changes, in terms of communication and transfer, contributed to the abandonment or the total destruction of many old routes.

These last few years the internet has started playing a more dynamic role in the everyday life of people of all ages. One of it’s many versatile uses is in tourism. The internet is widely used as a means of promoting areas were tourism is a main source of income and developement. In Greece, web sites projecting landmarks, tourist accommodations and activities are common.

In this paper it  is attempted to highlight alternative tourist routes in the town of Metsovo, depending on the personal interests of visitors, through the use of Geographic Information Systems. The main objective is the diffusion of tourist mobility in the town of Metsovo, in order to decongest the central square and appoint the whole town.

The tourist routes were located, after interviews with the inhabitants of Metsovo, literature review and organized tours within the town. Then, the routes were recorded, using a portable GPS device.

The current study deals with the life of young people in the mountainous regions of Greece, especially in the area of Metsovo. The future of this area depends heavily on the doings of the young people of the area. Goals included in this study are the investigation of the relationship of the young generation with the local physical and social environment. Also, it aims in revealing the aspiration of the young generations of this area, as well as disclosing the forces that affect the scattering of young people.

The residential development in mountain areas is explored in this paper. The town of Metsovo is used as a case study. The main purpose of this paper is to use remote sensing imagery and GIS for detecting land use changes that have occurred in the study area since 1950. The images were geometrically corrected by the use of ERMapper software and georeferenced in ArcGIS environment, along with other related map data. Changes in constructions and urban expansion were determined using overlay analysis and a series of maps showing these changes was generated.

The present study focuses on the evaluation of Investment Laws 2601/98 and 3299/2004 in the Municipality of Metsovo, in total and by economic sector, in relation to the economic model of the area. More particularly, the basic characteristics of the eligible investments are analyzed and their effects on economic growth are investigated, using appropriate sectoral multipliers estimated from the input-output table of the Greek economy.