Mount Olympus (Litochoro), Greece

Mount Olympus Litochoro

Greece's highest mountain, home of the gods, with a gorge trail from the village.

  • May–Oct
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Mount Olympus

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the Enipeas gorge trail from Litochoro, past waterfalls and green pools.
  2. AfternoonDrive up to Prionia and walk to the waterfall and the ruined monastery of St. Dionysios.
  3. EveningHave dinner in Litochoro's square, with the mountain rising above you.

Day 2

Hike up to the Refuge A hut at 2,100 metres, or on to the summit with a guide.

What to eat

Lamb with herbs, wild greens pie and Olympus mountain tea.

Local tips

Make the most of Mount Olympus

Beat the crowds

Summer is busy with hikers. June and September are cooler and calmer.

Best photo spot

The Enipeas gorge and the peaks from the Prionia trailhead.

Getting there

Trains and buses run to Litochoro from Thessaloniki.

Don't miss nearby

The ancient site of Dion and the beaches of the Olympian Riviera.

Good to know

The summit climb usually takes two days with a night at a mountain refuge. Book refuges ahead.

Secret spots

1 secret spot near Mount Olympus

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Plan your visit

Getting to Mount Olympus

Getting there

  • Kozani Airport (KZI)60 km away
  • Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)60 km away
  • Thessaloniki70 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeMay–Oct
TypeNature spot
Good forNature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountryGreece

Questions

Mount Olympus: good to know

Is Mount Olympus worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature. Greece's highest mountain, home of the gods, with a gorge trail from the village.

How many days do you need in Mount Olympus?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Mount Olympus?

The best time to visit is May to Oct. Summer is busy with hikers. June and September are cooler and calmer.

How do you get to Mount Olympus?

The nearest airport is Kozani Airport (KZI), about 60 km away. Trains and buses run to Litochoro from Thessaloniki.

What is there to see near Mount Olympus?

Nearby hidden places include Thessaloniki (70 km), Meteora (87 km) and Kastoria (114 km).

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