2,918 m
Elevation
2,355 m
Prominence
40.0859°, 22.3583°
Coordinates
1913 — Christos Kakkalos, Frédéric Boissonnas, Daniel Baud-Bovy
First Ascent
About Mount Olympus (Mytikas)
Home of the Greek gods in mythology. Mytikas ('the Needle') is the true summit, requiring a Class III scramble up an exposed couloir.
Climbing Mount Olympus (Mytikas): route, season and difficulty
- How long it takes
- 8–14 hours round trip, or two days using a mountain hut
- Do you need a guide?
- Not required if you are comfortable with exposed scrambling and mountain navigation, but a guide is a good call in poor visibility or early season.
- Best season
- Usually May to October (July–September for the high routes).
- Terrain & gear
- Steep trails with scrambling, loose rock or short exposed sections. Helmet, sturdy boots, wind and rain shell, headtorch, and a via-ferrata set if the route is cabled.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the highest mountain in Greece?
The highest mountain in Greece is Mount Olympus (Mytikas), at 2,918 meters above sea level.
How long does it take to climb Mount Olympus (Mytikas)?
Allow 8–14 hours round trip, or two days using a mountain hut. Times vary with fitness, conditions and which trailhead you start from.
Can you climb Mount Olympus (Mytikas) without a guide?
Not required if you are comfortable with exposed scrambling and mountain navigation, but a guide is a good call in poor visibility or early season.
When is the best time to climb Mount Olympus (Mytikas)?
The usual season is May to October (July–September for the high routes). Outside that window expect snow, storms or closed access.
What gear do you need for Mount Olympus (Mytikas)?
Helmet, sturdy boots, wind and rain shell, headtorch, and a via-ferrata set if the route is cabled.
How high is Mount Olympus (Mytikas)?
Mount Olympus (Mytikas) stands at 2,918 meters (9,573 feet).
Where is Mount Olympus (Mytikas) located?
Mount Olympus (Mytikas) is located in Greece, within the Olympus Range, Thessaly.
Has Martin climbed Mount Olympus (Mytikas)?
Not yet — Mount Olympus (Mytikas) is still on Martin's list of remaining country highpoints.