Overview

The prefecture of Imathia borders to the north with the prefecture of Pella, to the east with the prefecture of Thessaloniki, to the west with the prefecture of Kozani and to the southeast with the prefecture of Pieria. The prefecture stretches over the western part of the fertile valley of central Macedonia and is run through by the rivers Aliakmonas and Loudias.
Imathia is covered in densely wooded beech forests. Mt Vermio is ideal for winter holidays offering unique opportunities for mountain climbing and skiing. Excursions to remote villages nestled in lush greenery, the archaeological site of Vergina and the renowned monastery of Panagia Soumela fascinate the visitor.
The mountain mass of eastern Vermio dominates the west part of the prefecture. The valley of the river Aliakmonas is a place of immense natural beauty stretching between Mt Vermio and Pieria mountains.