Utilizing this unique gift of nature the Pierre Organization of Tourism Development and Promotion (POTAP) It also implemented the initiative for the second consecutive year “blooming Cherries of Pieria” It is a diverse action where in the cherry areas of the county, Kolindros and Rachi, guests enjoyed the landscape as well as the multitude of artistic and traditional events, tasted the cherry dishes, They wandered around the background of the colors of the cherryantry, visualized the beauties of the cherry horizon, toured the feast of the colors offered by the deciduous fruit tree, bike, they met, but not only the airbags.
The “blooming cherries of Pieria 2025” They were held under the auspices of the Hellenic Tourism Organization (EOT) As part of the corresponding program entitled “Blooming Routes-White Hern”, which is an initiative of the President of the EOT. Angela Gerekou, in collaboration with the Pieria Regional Unit, the Municipalities of Katerini and Pydna-Kolindrou, the Pieria Chamber and the Pieria Rachi Cooperative “Agios Loukas”.
On the occasion of the action of ‘Blooming cherries’ The President of the EOT Angela Gerekou said: “Walking between the blooming cherries of Pieria, the foot of Olympus once again I felt How nature and culture are joined in a silent beauty dialogue, memory and expectation. The “blooming cherries” program, implemented for the second year by POTAP. It is not just a tourist projection action; it is a deep breath of optimism, a reminder that our country has the power to move, inspire and unite.
As president of EOT, but and the inspirer of this idea I felt proud to see Pieria Once again it blooms – literally and metaphorically – through the smiles of its visitors and the creativity of children through varied actions. The blooming routes are an initiative that highlights the authentic wealth of Greek land and soul.
With such actions, we build bridges for the future. A future where sustainable tourism, the promotion of local identity and the harmonious coexistence of man and nature will be the core of the new Greek tourist model. Greece is not just a destination. It is experience, it is a feeling it is a reminder that in a rapidly changing world, beauty, authenticity and connection to nature can still heal, unite and make sense. It is the light that insists, even in the most uncertain times, and it shows the way. “
For her part, Pieria Vice -Mayor Sofia Mavridou said: “In the light of the extroversion, we also implemented this year the” blooming cherries of Pieria “that are part of our proposals for the constant tourist promotion and promotion of our country. Collectively with the cooperation of the Hellenic Tourism Organization, and in particular with the support of the President of Angela Gerekos, the municipalities of the Prefecture, the Chamber, and the other bodies of Pieria, this institution was established and recognized by a positive sign by the journalistic family, The executive potential of the tourism market, as well as our shorts as well as citizens from all over Greece who attended Pieria and honored us with their presence.
The “blooming cherries of Pieria” combine the mental uplifting of us by nature, create creative expressions, offer us gastronomic pleasures. All this at the Spring Day, at the Pierian Land Day, In our spring escape to the romantic scene of flowering cherries of Kolindrou and Rachi. We lead productively and move on for the benefit of Pieria. “