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It is taking place in the recent years by the Association of Friends of Astronomy of eastern Macedonia, on top of Ypsario, which is the highest mountain on the island. The campers "touch the stars" and come in direct contact with nature in Special Provisions landscaped grounds, covering their daily needs. The “Astro-camping” includes numerous seminars, lectures, uranography and observations, programs tailor made to delight lovers of astronomy regardless of age and level. 

Located 2 km away from the Ecotourism Centre within the protected area of ​​Dadia, a closed observatory operates for visitors who have the opportunity to observe vultures and other raptors which come trough. The trough is a selected location within the Dadia Forest in which the guards leave dead animals for vultures as additional food aid. Starting by the Ecotourism Center there have been demarcated and marked appropriately enough trails which can be used by guests. By following these paths someone can reaches the observatory, the hilltop Gkimprena or Kapsalo hill with panoramic views of the area.The forest is located in the middle of Evros and it forms part of the southeastern tip of the Rhodope massif. It falls in the lowland-hilly area, with an altitude ranging from 10 to 604 meters. West of the region there is a mountainous area with the highest peaks Sapka (1.044m.) and Silo (1.065m.). It is a protected area since 1980 and it includes two zones of strict protection of total area of 72.900 acres, as well as a peripheral zone measuring 357,100 acres.

Located 2 km away from the Ecotourism Centre within the protected area of ​​Dadia, a closed observatory operates for visitors who have the opportunity to observe vultures and other raptors which come trough. The trough is a selected location within the Dadia Forest in which the guards leave dead animals for vultures as additional food aid. Starting by the Ecotourism Center there have been demarcated and marked appropriately enough trails which can be used by guests. By following these paths someone can reaches the observatory, the hilltop Gkimprena or Kapsalo hill with panoramic views of the area.The forest is located in the middle of Evros and it forms part of the southeastern tip of the Rhodope massif. It falls in the lowland-hilly area, with an altitude ranging from 10 to 604 meters. West of the region there is a mountainous area with the highest peaks Sapka (1.044m.) and Silo (1.065m.). It is a protected area since 1980 and it includes two zones of strict protection of total area of 72.900 acres, as well as a peripheral zone measuring 357,100 acres.

The small quaint village, which is both seaside and lakeside, in the southeast of the municipality, in the borders of Xanthi and Rhodope, is known for years to ornithologists as an excellent birdwatching site. Among lagoons, meadows, woods and lake Vistonida the biotope hosts a rich birdlife. Among the 302 bird species that exist, some are Egret, the Foinikopetra, Pygmy Cormorant etc.. Inside the woods at the entrance of the village and the harbor, on the pine threes, have their nests three spieces of “Erodion” the Herons, Egrets and the Squacco where someone can notice them with binoculars from the observation or the waterfront.

The river delta and the Vistonida Lake are considered to be two of the most important wetlands in Europe and are protected by the Ramsar Convention. The two wetlands rather than natural monuments, host a large number of wildlife, as well as the rich nutrient waters of the wetlands facilitate aquaculture. The large diversity of fish species that live in the wetlands attract large numbers of birds, 254 and 260 species respectively. The birdwatching is a fun and at the same time, relaxing activity which is ideal, not only for the nature lovers, but also for friends of photography. 

The aim of the Centre for Environmental Education of Vistonida is to raise the awareness of young people and adults on issues related to the environment, so as to develop attitudes and participatory behaviors that will help to protect the ecological balance and the quality of life as well as to ensure a sustainable development. The facilities of the Centre for Environmental Education of Vistonida is located in the Prefecture of Xanthi Celino which is one of the villages of the municipality of Abdera, located near the western shore of Vistonida Lake. 
 

The Municipal services of Iasmos have signaled three hiking trails: From Astraea hiking trail starts 5.5 km to Iasmos. Another 11 km hiking trail starts from the village through the village of Tsalapetinos, through the village of Euthimou, to the village of Astrea. Also a 6 km hiking trail starts from the village Korfovouni to the village of Euthimou.