If you are looking for an easy hike at Mount Parnitha with plenty of interesting sights along the way this trail is for you! It starts at the cozy mountain refuge Mpafi and circulates two of Parnitha’s highest summits, Karavola (1.413 meters) and Ornio (1.350 meters). The trail runs through a beautiful unspoiled forest and …
Mount Parnitha Loop: Mpafi Shelter, Mola, Skipiza Read More »
The area of Limiko at Western Parnitha is a popular destination to multiple hiking trails, combining beautiful scenery with interesting historical sights. This time, we decided to hike to the tower of Limiko from Paliochori while exploring the wooded valleys around Lakka Zireli and Mavrorema and the old shepherds’ settlement at Drasiza. The trails we …
Limiko Tower Hike: Paliochori, Diaselo Panos, Lakka Zireli, Limiko, Mavrorema, Drasiza Read More »
The stream of Goura is one of the loveliest streams of Mount Parnitha, at least in my opinion, and we spent many adventure-filled afternoons exploring its rugged riverbed near Moni Kliston and the striking Goura Gorge. This time, we decided to visit the upper section of the stream above the Cave of Pan, quieter and …
Rainy hiking to the Stream of Goura at Western Parnitha Read More »
Update: As of the begining of August 2021, the forest of Tatoi and a large section of eastern Parnitha has been destroyed by a monstrous wildfire, burning through the area for five consecutive days. With the attempts to extinguish the remaining clusters of fire still being carried out as I type, it is hard to …
Update: As of the beginning of August 2021, the forest of Tatoi and a large section of eastern Parnitha has been destroyed by a monstrous wildfire, burning through the area for five consecutive days. With the attempts to extinguish the remaining clusters of fire still being carried out as I type, it is hard to …
The ascent from Amygdaleza to Agios Georgios Keramidiou was one of the prettiest hikes I’ve done on Mount Parnitha and one I would happily repeat in the future. It is not particularly challenging or long but offers beautiful scenery, plenty of shade and two refreshing springs along the way. It was especially beautiful during the …
Agios Georgios Keramidiou Hike at Mount Parnitha Read More »
One of the best hiking trails at Mount Parnitha hides at the western side of the mountain far away from Parnitha’s infamous casino, gondola, and masses of visitors. It starts at the small suburban town called Fyli and climbs through the lush green valley of Theodora to the Fortress of Fyli, one of the most …
Snow-capped mountains are probably not the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about the Greek capital, Athens. But it does snow around here almost every winter and when the time comes, a short trip to one of the mountains surrounding the city can be a magical experience and true winter wonderland. Mount Parnitha …
Update: As of the begining of August 2021, the forest of Tatoi and a large section of eastern Parnitha has been destroyed by a monstrous wildfire, burning through the area for five consecutive days. With the attempts to extinguish the remaining clusters of fire still being carried out as I type, it is hard to …
Hiking at the Tatoi Royal Estate (Mount Parnitha) Read More »
Are you looking for a great hike close to Athens? Would you like to spend a day wandering through a peaceful countryside of rolling hills and meadows in full bloom discovering charming little churches along the way? Do you feel like you have exhausted the hiking options of Parnitha National Park walking on the southern slopes …
Mount Parnitha is my go-to destination for an easy escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. It lies close enough to Athens to be reached by public transport but there are corners of the mountain that feel very far away. Many hiking trails crisscross the slopes of the mountain and there are two …
The Cave of Pan at Mount Parnitha is one of my favorite hiking destinations near Athens. Even on a sunny weekend when the rest of the mountain teems with hikers and day-trippers, the area of Western Parnitha around Fyli stays quiet and peaceful. Pan’s Cave lies in a beautiful setting deep inside the Goura canyon. …
