There is a magical, dreamlike hideaway under the steep slopes of Xerovouni, at the western entrance of the village of Rodavgi, the gateway to Tzoumerka, surrounded by chestnut groves, walnut trees, vineyards, firs, pines, and idyllic gardens, just a few minutes away from the crystal-clear Arachthos River and the Pournari Lake.
The traditional guesthouse Marousio, built with local stone in 2000 and perfectly harmonized with the natural environment, is a year-round attraction for a complete accommodation experience.
Stroll through the paths among its gardens and enjoy the scents and vibrant colors of the aromatic and ornamental plants, taste fruits and products from our orchard, and savor Greek Epirus creative flavors in a unique atmosphere. But above all, immerse yourself in the heartfelt hospitality of the Papavasileiou family and the special treats they offer as a welcome to visitors, whether it’s a homemade pomegranate or cornelian cherry liqueur or a traditional tsipouro made from “zambela,” the rare black grape of the region.
A visit to Marousio is an experience that will undoubtedly remain etched in your memory for years to come. And we will gladly welcome you to return.
The headquarters of KAPARENT S.A. are located in Arta. We provide our services in 5 cities of Northwestern Greece (Preveza, Ioannina, Agrinio, Igoumenitsa, Arta) as well as on the beautiful Ionian island of Lefkada.
Our fleet consists of new, safe, and comfortable cars of all categories.
Experience the unforgettable outdoor activities and savor the traditional cuisine of Epirus and Lefkada.
The dairy industry Karalis S.A. is the largest production and export industry of Kefalograviera PDO cheese. It started and continues to process sheep’s milk from Epirus and produce the well-known traditional cheeses of Epirus.
Over the years, it has continually improved the hygiene of its products and followed market demands for tasty and nutritious traditional products, available in various packaging options.
Although it has converted to a Joint Stock Company, the Karalis family remains the shareholders and manages the company at all levels.
The company’s main competitive advantage lies in its experience in cheese making, good relationships with its suppliers, and the excellent reputation it has built and promoted worldwide for Epirus cheeses.
The Karalis family’s relationship with cheese making spans three generations. Mr. Konstantinos Karalis, raised in a dairy farming family, pursued the profession of cheese maker.
He established the first modern dairy in 1965 in Petra, Preveza, from where exports began in 1982. Initially, exports were to the United States and Canada, and shortly after to Australia.
In 1998, he created a new state-of-the-art dairy plant in Filothei, Arta, covering an area of 5,000 sq.m., capable of processing 120,000 kilograms of sheep’s milk per day.
Welcome to the traditional stone-built guesthouse “Nisista,” constructed using the traditional techniques of Epirus. It is located on the lush slope of Xirovouni, in the center of the village of Rodavgi, renowned for its rosy dawn, offering panoramic views of Tzoumerka and the river Arachthos!
This guesthouse is a family-run business. It was founded in 2006 by Alexandra and Andreas Mourgela, and today it is managed by their daughter, Telemachi.
It features 7 rooms: 5 doubles and 2 suites, all equipped with autonomous heating and comfortable beds. The thick stone walls provide natural insulation and coolness during the summer. The rooms are classically decorated, and the suites also have fireplaces. Amenities include satellite LCD TV, wireless internet, CD player, and minibar. Complimentary toiletries and slippers are provided.
The guesthouse has a café where you can enjoy your coffee or drink, along with various sweet and savory snacks.
Breakfast is served buffet-style and includes seasonal fresh juices, coffee of your choice, aromatic mountain tea, local products, and traditional Epirus pies!
It serves as an ideal base for excursions to nearby villages, mountains, and the river, where you can enjoy hiking on the numerous forested trails throughout the seasons, cool moments during the summer, and relaxing by the fireplace in the lounge during winter!
The Hotel Byzantino is a 4-star hotel set amidst 35 acres of lush greenery, located just 5 km from the historic city of Arta.
This fully air-conditioned hotel features a TV lounge, a bar with satellite TV, and a cafeteria.
Other facilities include tennis and volleyball courts, as well as parking space. All rooms and suites are equipped with air conditioning, satellite TV, minibar, hairdryer, and showers with hydro-massage.
In the warm ambiance of the restaurant, guests can enjoy local traditional dishes as well as selected recipes from Mediterranean cuisine. During the summer, visitors can relax by the pool, visit the pool bar, and dine at the restaurant.
Hagiography of Churches with Byzantine style (Murals, icons), construction of wooden Byzantine icons and paintings, as well as portraits.
The murals are made with traditional earthen pigment (powder) and not plastic paint (synthetic).
The wooden icons are made using the traditional technique of egg tempera (traditional earthen pigment, mixed with egg yolk and vinegar), and gold gilding with 23 carat gold leaf.
The company EGNATIA ODOS S.A. is a flexible scheme with a substantial and decisive contribution to the decentralization of the administration of public works, both at the sectoral and geographical level. It is also at the cutting edge of the effort to upgrade the way public works are produced, which focuses on the use of modern financial tools and new financial and operational strategies, on the holistic general planning of projects, on the control and adherence to schedule, cost and construction projects of high quality and specifications.
The company is responsible for the design, construction, maintenance, operation and management of the longest road axis in Greece, which together with its vertical axes reaches a total of 1000 kilometers.
The Egnatia highway crosses Epirus, Macedonia and Thrace and, at the national level, provides the opportunity for additional investments in the transport, industry and tourism sector, forming a development axis for Northern Greece. At the European level, it connects the industrial centers of the West with the East, at the same time acting as a collecting road axis for the transports of the Balkans and the SE. Europe. Pan-European Corridors IV (Berlin – Sofia – Thessaloniki), IX (Helsinki ending in Alexandroupolis) and X (Vienna – Belgrade – Thessaloniki) end in it.
Nea Odos has taken over the operation, management and maintenance of the “Ionian Road” concession project. This breathing project, with a total length of 380 km, includes the following main sections:
A) the highway of the same name “Ionia Odos” with a length of 196 km from Antirrio to Ioannina (Uneven junction with Egnatia Odos).
B) section of the highway A.TH.E. approximately 172.5 km long from the Uneven Metamorfosis Junction of Attica to Skarfeia Fthiotida, after Kamena Vourla. The specific department of A.TH.E. it crosses two regions and three prefectures and its technical features include: 8 bridges, 30 uneven junctions and semi-junctions and 84 overpasses and underpasses.
C) the connecting branch of P.A.TH.E. Schimatari – Chalkida, 11 km long.
Xenonas Kypseli is surrounded by greenery and is 400 meters away. from the central square of Kypseli village. It offers self-catering accommodation with a balcony overlooking Tzoumerka.
It serves a traditional breakfast and provides free Wi-Fi throughout. Kypseli’s studios have traditional furnishings and parquet floors. Each includes a kitchenette where guests can prepare a quick meal.
It also includes a TV and air conditioning. In the morning, guests can try homemade pancakes, traditional pies, cakes, fresh juices and local drinks.
Later in the day, they can watch TV by the traditional fireplace with a drink from the bar. The village castle is 1 km away. from the guesthouse, while at a distance of 500 m. there is a traditional water mill. Free parking is available on site.
