Metsovo beyond the central square: Interesting routes in the town of Metsovo

Metsovo beyond the central square: Interesting routes in the town of Metsovo

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 final results are thematic maps that depict alternative touristic routes that start outside of the settlement and lead to the center of the town. The routes have been categorized depending  on  the time needed for their crossing, as well as the available attractions that the visitor will be able to see, following the proposed routes.