It’s the main mountain of Evia, as along with Mount Olympus they occupy most of its central part. Its highest peak (1,743 meters), Delphi, is the highest mountain of all the Greek islands after the mountains of Crete. The mountain has pine trees, chestnuts, oak trees, fir trees, many steep parts and a rich fauna. Each year there is a lot of...
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Xiro Mount is located in northwestern Evia and has an elevation of 990 meters. It has a path formed especially for climbing, offering a unique experience. The path starts from Drimonas waterfalls, which you definitely have to visit, and reaches the top after 3 kilometers. Pine trees, firs, oaks and a rich flora compose a magical natural...
Mount Kantili has an elevation of 1.225 meters and is located in northwestern Evia, in Limni. Its highest peak is named Kourouvlo or Kourvelo – there are many locals who also call the whole mountain Kourvelo. At some points of the mountain, such as Psili Rachi and Kakavos, you’ll see deposits of limestone. It’s highly suggested to hikers but...
The southeast side of the island is completely covered by Mount Ochi, with an elevation of 1.400 meters in its highest point, Profitis Elias. On this peak there are built a small church, a Dragon House, with huge stone plates raising the question how it was built, and ancient roman quarries. This mountain is also known as Karystos Mount; this...
This mountain is located in northern Evia and extends between Aidipsos and Istiaia, at an elevation of 970 meters. The basic characteristics of this mountain full of life are the many small forests, the flowing waters and the rich fauna. Ecologists come up with a very smart idea: create a village on the mountain, with the residents creating...
Mount Olympus at an elevation of 1.172 meters is located northeast of Eretria, in central Evia. Its three highest peaks are Strogilo (1.005 meters), Olympus (1.171 meters) and Elatias (1.075 meters). The mountain is full of pine trees and firs and the absolutely clean air offers you complete refreshment. The main climatic characteristics of the...