Nature-loving Mountaineering Club of Giannitsa
F.O.O.G · Nature-loving Mountaineering Club of Giannitsa
We started in 1973 with five friends in Giannitsa, and today we're more than 250 active members. Ski lessons, hikes, and environmental action. Whatever your level, there's a place for you.
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Small groups, careful planning, and coach support
10-11 Oct 2026
Valia Calda - Vovousa, Pindus
A crossing of the Valia Calda National Park, traveling by 35-seat coach with an overnight stay at the refuge-guesthouse in Vovousa.
Distance
18 km
Elevation gain
800 m
Leader
Αναστασία Παπαδοπούλου
Status
Upcoming
Identity
Since 1973 we've brought people closer to nature through solidarity and shared learning.
Today F.O.O.G. is more than 250 people who share the same passion for the mountains — from kids taking their first steps on skis to longtime members who still climb every weekend. Experienced guides and coaches make sure there's a path for every level, from a first hike to the most demanding mountaineering ascents. Trail cleanups, tree planting, and caring for our refuge keep us tied to our home, not just to the mountain. We meet every Wednesday 18:30–21:00 at our wooden clubhouse in Giannitsa, where we plan the next trip and welcome anyone who wants to experience it with us.
Read our full storyWeekly lessons at Kaimaktsalan, 3-5 Pigadia, and Seli, with the Club's own equipment and certified coaches for every level.
Day trips and multi-day hikes from Paiko all the way to Olympus, plus trail-running and climbing routes graded by difficulty.
Cleanups, trail marking, tree planting, and support for the Agia Paraskevi refuge keep us close to the mountain and to our local community.
For just €10 a year, families, beginners, and long-time members share rides, routes, and partnerships with clubs across Greece and the Balkans.