Olympus is the highest mountain in Greece, with its summit Mytikas, or Pantheon, reaching 2,918 metres. It stands on the border between Thessaly and Macedonia and can be seen even from Thessaloniki.
It has 52 peaks in total; the three main highest peaks are Mytikas 2,918 m, Stefani 2,912 m and Skolio 2,905 m. The mountain is accessible all year round, though during the winter months experience and caution are required. There are several refuges on the mountain, most of which are open only during the spring and summer months.
It lies on the E4 route, and there are many trails one can follow on the mountain, through beautiful nature with wonderful landscapes that make every route worth the effort. The ascent to the summit can start in Litochoro, where the E4 begins on Olympus, or you can start from Prionia, the farthest point reachable by car. The ascent can be done in two days, but it is well worth staying longer to get a better overall view of the mountain.
What we do here
HikingPieria Mountains
Pierian Mountains, a continuation of the Olympus ridge, is a natural border between the Prefectures of Kozani, Imathia and Pieria. The highest peak…
HikingDiscovering Olympus in 2 Days
Route: Gortsia –Petrostrouga Shelter – Plateau of the Muses – shelter Apostolidis – Peaks – shelter of Petrostrouga – Gortsia. Indicative program:…
HikingDiscovering Olympus in 3 Days
Route: Gortsia –Petrostrouga Shelter – Plateau of the Muses – shelter Apostolidis – Peaks – shelter Spilios Agapitos – Prionia. Indicative program:…
Mount Olympus
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