Easternmost Greek Macedonia and Greek Thrace

Mt. Vrondous

Macedonia and Thrace are on major migratory routes, and, because almost ice-free during the winter, despite the harsh climate farther inland to the north, are significant wintering areas for vast numbers of birds.

Both the hilly, partly wooded, country found inland from the river mouths along the coast, and the Aegean sea, rich in marine life and mostly unpolluted, together comprise a superb double habitat for migrating and visiting birds. In addition to these delta areas, the lakes, mountains, forests and forested mountains, and islands in this region make it a richly varied and fascinating area for naturalists and nature lovers. May and June are good for nature here in general, though most of the year from August through June good for birds.

Mt. Vrondous

This mountain, easily reached from Serres, has flora similar to that of central Europe more than that of Greece. Its altitude is 1849 meters (6065 feet), and its rock more acidic that than of most of the mountains near it. Scots pine, which is fairly rare in Greece, is found on it, as well as a rare maple, though the more common beech is also found. Butterflies, and both mountain and forest birds are abundant here and quite varied. Several kinds of eagles, and two kinds of vultures have been recorded.