Mount Olympus, the tallest mountain in Greece, is known worldwide through myths and tales. Its slopes are adorned with a magnificent nature, home to firs, beeches, oaks, rowan trees, plane trees, wild cedars, orchids, and wild strawberries. Majestic eagles, wolves, jackals, owls, chamois, and horses find shelter amid its ravines, peaks, and gorges, while streams, lakes, and waterfalls dot the landscape.

Here on this 3,000 meter tall mountain, you can enjoy unique hikes, ski, mountain bike, paraglide like Hermes himself, delve into gorges while canyoning, and climb its awe-inspiring rocks faces. You can also spend the night in one of the nine mountain shelters available.

Mountaineering & Hiking
As the tallest mountain in Greece, Olympus offers stunning trails with breathtaking views. Starting from the Christakis refuge at 2,400 meters, you can ascend relatively accessible paths to reach some of the highest peaks, such as Skala, Skolio, or Agios Antonios, gazing beyond the Thermaic Gulf. Experienced hikers and mountaineers can venture to Mytikas, Olympus’ highest peak at 2,917 meters. Starting from the Prionia location, follow the trail to the Spilios Agapitos refuge at 2,100 meters. From there, you’ll climb to Skala peak on a demanding route, following the markings to reach Mytikas, where all of Greece unfolds before you. A more relaxed, shorter hike takes you to the Orlias pools and the 17-meter Kokkinos Vrachos waterfall, both hidden within stunning gorges. Hiking through the Enipeas Gorge is also an exhilarating experience.

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