Traveler's Guide

East Macedonia & Thrace

Route in Thassos: Skala Marion – Ipsario Astrocamping - Thassos

Set off for Maries from SkalaMarion, pass through the traditionalvillage of Marion, afterMaries take the dirt roadwhich is passable by all vehicles,continue straight on,go past the lake, turn right atthe 1st crossroads for Ipsario-Astrocamping. At the 2ndcrossroads, turn left, still goingtowards Ipsario. At the 3rdcrossroads, turn right againtowards Katafygio – Astrocampingat the wooden signand you have reached yourdestination.Astrocamping on Mount IpsarioThe campsite is a short distance below Ipsario, the highest peakon Thasos. The programme includes guided tours of the nightsky, workshops, and leisure activities which are unrelated toastronomy.Time Period: JulyInformation: astrocamping@astrosfam.or

Astro-Camping

It is taking place in the recent years by the Association of Friends of Astronomy of eastern Macedonia, on top of Ypsario, which is the highest mountain on the island. The campers "touch the stars" and come in direct contact with nature in Special Provisions landscaped grounds, covering their daily needs. The “Astro-camping” includes numerous seminars, lectures, uranography and observations, programs tailor made to delight lovers of astronomy regardless of age and level.