Overview
Mount Taygetos is the highest mountain in the Peloponnese at 2407m. Beautiful forests cover the sub-alpine area, and gorges and ravines shaded by trees are features of an incredible landscape. Walking the trails of Taygetos, a hiker can witness the geological history of 200 million years. A solid limestone forms an almost perfect pyramid on the peak and is considered a sacred place from ancient times. Hiking the highest peak was an important achievement for the ancient Spartans and still is today.
What you will be doing
Our hike to the highest peak of Prophet Elias starts from the refuge of the Sparta mountaineering club at 1,550m. Reaching the alpine meadows the smell of the fragrant shrubs and wildflowers dominate our senses where the most important the endemic herbal tea is dominant. On our way, we'll stop to enjoy the spectacular vistas the mountain generously offers.
We continue uphill to the Portes, meaning gates, a split of the ridge that marks our entry into the final part of our hike to the summit. Soon we will be walking the immortal ridge. A few more steps and we touch the summit plateau at 2,407m. The view from the top is breathtaking.
After a delicious picnic that will get our batteries charged, we take the way back.
Where we'll meet
🧭 Meeting/pick-up point: On the road, 23054 Sparta, GR
🗺️ Instructions: Meet at Magganiari Spring
Things to know
Accessibility:
Children friendly
Fitness requirement
High fitness level
Tour Language
English
Greek
License requirement
None
Additional information:
Minimum age is 12.
Minimum 2 participants is required
Bring reusable bottle of water, sun protection, hats, and weather-appropriate clothing
Hiking shoes or trainers required (Open shoes, sandals or flip-flops are unsuitable)
We reserve the right to modify or cancel any outdoor activity due to bad weather or any other reason beyond our control.
Inclusion ✅
Snack
Lunch
Tour guide
Photography
Exclusion ❌
Pick up and drop off transport
Gratuities
About your host
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