The sanctuary houses wolves that were formerly kept as pets or circus animals, which prevents them from being released into the wild.
The lynx population in this area is managed under a specialized program to protect one of Europe’s most elusive feline predators.
ARCTUROS uses these sanctuaries to conduct long-term research on the behavior of large carnivores in enclosure-based environments.
The site is located at an altitude of approximately 1,350 meters in the Vitsi mountain range.
The enclosure layout is designed to mimic the thick forest cover typical of the wolves' natural hunting grounds in Northern Greece.
The Wolf & Lynx Conservation Area in Agrapidies, Greece, operates as a wildlife sanctuary managed by the non-profit organization ARCTUROS. It provides a permanent, semi-natural enclosure for wolves and lynxes that cannot survive in the wild due to injury or illegal captivity. The facility focuses on environmental education, species conservation, and the rehabilitation of large carnivores native to the Pindus mountain range. Visitors observe the animals from a distance within designated observation zones to minimize human-animal interaction. The sanctuary is situated in a high-altitude forest environment, allowing animals to live in their natural habitat. Programs here emphasize the ecological importance of these apex predators in the Greek ecosystem. The sanctuary functions as part of a broader network of reserves managed by ARCTUROS in the Florina region. It offers guided information sessions about the biology and social structure of wolves and lynxes.
The raised viewing platforms located at the edge of the wolf enclosure.
Wear sturdy, comfortable hiking shoes suitable for uneven forest terrain.
Bring binoculars for better visibility, as the enclosures are large and the animals may stay in shaded or distant areas.
Plan your visit for cooler hours to see the animals at their most active.
Do not attempt to interact with or call the animals, as this causes significant stress to the rescued wildlife.
Closed on Tuesdays; subject to seasonal closures during extreme winter weather or periods of heavy snowfall.
Maintain low noise levels to avoid stressing the animals; strictly follow guided paths and do not attempt to feed the wildlife.
