Every year, thousands of nature enthusiasts from all over the world visit the mountain to admire its unique beauty and conquer its peaks, as this place is one of the best destinations in the country for a wide variety of outdoor activities, all year round. The climate in the lower regions is Mediterranean with hot, dry summers and wet, cold winters. As you go higher on the mountain, the weather conditions are rougher with lot’s of snow in winter and temperatures that range between -10°C/14°F to 20°C/ 68°F, while during summer the temperature ranges from 0°C/32°F to 20°C/ 68°F with high winds, rain and even snowfalls.
Olympus Marathon Trail is one of the most important institutions of the Mountaineering Sport and combines mountain climbing and running on the slopes of Mount Olympus, with big elevation changes. It is the very same trail the ancient Greeks used to follow, in order to honor the king of gods, Zeus. The trail starts from the archaeological site of Dion and takes you through the canyon of Orlias, with many twists and dense vegetation. Further on, the trail enters amazing pine forests and as you go higher the scenery changes into alpine, with rocky sections and steep uphills.
You then reach one of the most impressive places of Olympus, called the Mousses Plateau, where you can see the peak and admire the amazing summit formation, called the Throne of Zeus. After that point, an endless downhill begins that combines rough terrain, rocks, tree roots and everything else you may think of. After you pass the Valley of Enipeas River and after a few twists and turns on smoother grounds, you reach Litichoro village.
The sacred name of Olympus, along with thousands of years of history, the unique natural beauty and the ideal terrain conditions, attract the best mountaineering enthusiasts of the world. You can either participate on the race or run the trail anytime during the summer months and discover its beauty on your own. You can also spend the night in Apostolidis mountain hut, near the summit. Very good physical condition, good mountain running shoes and strong will are essential. This is a one in a lifetime experience. Don’t miss the opportunity to run with the Gods of Olympus!
All children like snow because they enjoy the game with the snowballs, the snow war with their friends as well as competing each other who is going to make the best snowman.
Held annually in the mythical mountain of Gods in Mount Olympus, Greece, Olympus marathon is a unique trail running event that attracts world wide attention due to the amazing and challenging route the runners follow through the paths of history.
Xanthi is a beautiful city in Thrace, Northeast Greece. The old town of Xanthi is known for its striking architecture including many Byzantine Greek churches, neoclassical mansions of Greek merchants from the 18th and 19th centuries and Ottoman-era mosques. It is the capital of the Xanthi regional unit of the administrative region of East Macedonia and Thrace.
Situated in northern Greece and bordered by the Thermaic Gulf, Thessaloniki or else " the Nymph of the North" as the Greeks call it, is the second largest city in the country and a major economic, commercial and touristic center. Renowned for its long history that spans some 2300 years, as well as the never ending cultural festivals and vibrant night life, the city is widely voted by travelers as one of the best party cities worldwide and a top touristic destination.
Thessaloniki is located in northern Greece. It is the second largest city and a major economic, industrial, political and commercial center. The city is well known for its endless entertainment including abundant cultural festivals. Thessaloniki has been ranked as one of the best tourist destinations worldwide.
Mount Kissavos or Ossa, is situated on the east side of Thessaly region, facing the amazing Tempi Vale and Mount Olympus to the north, whereas to the west the beautiful plain of Larissa. The location offers many opportunities for outdoor activities and adrenaline sports, such as hiking, canyoning and mountain biking.
Epirus is a geographic and administrative region, located in northwestern Greece. It is considered to be the region with the more rainfall than any other part of the country. In fact, Epirus offers imposing landscapes of outstanding natural beauty as well as a wide variety of fauna and flora.
Mount Kissavos or Ossa, is situated on the east side of Thessaly region, facing the amazing Tempi Vale and Mount Olympus to the north, whereas to the west the beautiful plain of Larissa. The location offers many opportunities for outdoor activities and adrenaline sports, such as hiking, canyoning and mountain biking.
