Soufli

Soufli is a town in northeastern Greece, located in the Evros regional unit. It is part of the Didymoteicho municipality, established as a municipal unit in the 2011 local government reform. The town has a small population and is characterized by its crafts-based economy.

Soufli is best known for its long-standing silk industry. Silk production and weaving have been central to the local economy since the 19th century, when households established workshops and the craft spread through the town. Today, silk factories and artisan studios continue to operate, and many visitors come to explore the traditional crafts and to observe the production process, from silkworms to finished textiles.

A focal point of Soufli’s cultural heritage is the Silk Museum, which presents the history of sericulture in the region, the technical aspects of silk production, and the social life of workers. The museum, along with preserved workshops, offers a window into the town’s industrial past and its artisan traditions. The surrounding countryside is part of the Evros plain, with landscapes that combine agriculture and small-scale industry.

Soufli’s history reflects Thracian and Ottoman-era influences common to the region, and its contemporary economy balances traditional crafts with agriculture and tourism. The town is connected by road to Didymoteicho and other communities in the Evros area, making it a potential stop for travelers exploring northeastern Greece.