The site encompasses the lower Aliakmon valley close to Veria. The area is dominated by scrub and forest but also includes an artificial lake.
Key biodiversity
This is an important area for resident raptors.
Pressure/threats to key biodiversity
The main threats are a planned road through the site, dam projects and more intensive use of the forests. Part of the area is a candidate SAC.
Protected areas
National None International None
Recommended citation
BirdLife International (2022) Important Bird Areas factsheet: Aliakmonas gorge. Downloaded from
http://www.birdlife.org on 09/12/2022.
