
Easter in Greece is a time of powerful tradition—candle-lit vigils, home-cooked feasts, and village celebrations. But in 2025, families are reimagining the holiday with a sustainable twist. From car-free islands to eco-farms, there are low-impact travel ideas that allow you to celebrate Easter while teaching children the value of nature and culture.
For those seeking an unplugged escape, Tinos and Ikaria offer the perfect blend of tradition and tranquility. In Tinos, families can explore marble villages, visit small-scale artisans, and experience Orthodox Easter without the crowds. In Ikaria—the island of longevity—you can join local panigyria, bake traditional Easter bread, and enjoy scenic walks surrounded by nature. Both islands maintain a slower pace of life that’s ideal for families looking to disconnect from screens and reconnect with each other.
In the Peloponnese, eco-farms near Kalamata or Arcadia provide hands-on Easter experiences. Children can dye eggs using natural colors, collect vegetables straight from the garden, and feed animals, while parents unwind with organic wine and fresh meals. Many of these farms feature small guesthouses powered by solar energy and run zero-waste kitchens, offering a fully immersive sustainable stay.
Hydra and Astypalaia are top choices for car-free adventures. Hydra is especially suited to families with young children—no traffic, just donkeys, boats, and cobbled paths perfect for wandering. The island offers intimate Easter services in historic monasteries, seafood dinners by the water, and fireworks over the harbor. Astypalaia, Greece’s first smart and sustainable island, goes even further, offering electric taxis and bikes, along with eco-conscious accommodations designed with families in mind.
Easter 2025 in Greece doesn’t have to mean excess or crowds. With a little planning, families can enjoy a meaningful, low-impact holiday that connects them to tradition, the land—and each other. Whether it’s farming in the Peloponnese or watching the Easter flame light up a quiet island night, Greece has a green getaway for every family.
Source: tovima.com


Latest News

Athens to Return Confiscated License Plates Ahead of Easter Holiday
Cases involving court orders will also be excluded from this measure.

Servicers: How More Properties Could Enter the Greek Market
Buying or renting a home is out of reach for many in Greece. Servicers propose faster processes and incentives to boost property supply and ease the housing crisis.

Greek Easter 2025: Price Hikes on Lamb, Eggs & Sweets
According to the Greek Consumers’ Institute, hosting an Easter dinner for eight now costs approximately €361.95 — an increase of €11 compared to 2024.

FM Gerapetritis Calls for Unified EU Response to Global Crises at EU Council
"Europe is navigating through unprecedented crises — wars, humanitarian disasters, climate emergencies," he stated.

Holy Week Store Hours in Greece
Retail stores across Greece are now operating on extended holiday hours for Holy Week, following their Sunday opening on April 13. The move aims to accommodate consumers ahead of Easter, but merchants remain cautious amid sluggish market activity.

Civil Protection Minister Details Summer Firefighting Plans at Delphi Forum
At the 10th Delphi Economic Forum, Minister of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection Yiannis Kefalogiannis discussed Greece's plans for the upcoming fire season.

How Shops and Markets Will Operate During Easter Holy Week
The Easter holiday schedule has been in effect since April 10, with retail stores open Palm Sunday, and most supermarkets also operating to meet consumer demand for Easter shopping

Why Is the French Aircraft Carrier Charles De Gaulle in Piraeus?
Docking in Piraeus after a four-month deployment in the Indo-Pacific region, the admiral of the aircraft carrier the Charles de Gaulle says, "Greece is our best partner in the Mediterranean."

Riots and Vandalism in Downtown Athens Exarcheia Region
Night of unrest in downtown Athens' region of Exarcheia – 11 Cars Burned, 72 Detentions

Truth Team: Is the PM and his team telling the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth?
The Greek government spokesman noted that "a private individual received payment from other private individuals, and for some people this is a horrifying revelation."