Kithaironas – Spring Hiking & Mountaineering Experience | Wanderlust Peaks Project

On Sunday, 15 March we invite you to a spring hiking and mountaineering experience on Mount Kithaironas, following a beautiful route through fir forest and open ridgelines with panoramic views.

🔶 What You Will Experience

A complete hiking and mountaineering experience on Mount Kithaironas, with landscape changes from dense fir forest to open ridgelines and wide panoramic scenery. From the middle part of the route and up to Elatia summit, the trail becomes rockier, requiring confidence on mountain terrain. Although the season is spring, due to altitude and weather instability there is still a possibility of snow cover; in that case the difficulty increases significantly and extra caution is required.

The route starts from the Vangelis Tsakos Mountain Shelter and follows Trail 22 through a dense fir forest, with a steady ascent and clear markings. As we gain altitude, the landscape gradually opens up, revealing impressive views of the surrounding area, before the trail becomes more rugged and mountainous as we approach the ridgeline.

• Hiking through dense vegetation and a beautiful forest trail
• Opening into a mountain plateau with outstanding views
• Fresh mountain air and a spring atmosphere
• Striking natural formations and old-growth trees
• Photogenic spots throughout the route

🔶 Route Highlights

Along the ascent, we reach a natural viewpoint overlooking the Plataies plain. At the saddle, panoramic views open towards the Gulf of Corinth, Porto Germeno, Psatha and the Geraneia mountains. The final section follows rockier terrain up to the ridgeline and Elatia Summit (1,409 m), the highest point of Mount Kithaironas.

• Dense fir forest with a well-formed trail
• Elevation changes with excellent views over the plain
• Impressive trees and natural rock formations
• An open plateau that reveals the power of Kithaironas
• Ridgeline scenery with strong photographic interest

🔶 Why Join This Experience

This route is ideal for those looking for a true mountain escape close to Athens, with rich nature and well-balanced difficulty.

• Close to Athens – perfect for a day trip
• High variety of landscapes in a single route
• Balanced difficulty without technical passages

🔶 Wanderlust Peaks Project

This activity is the introductory experience of the Wanderlust Peaks Project — a series of mountain ascents to selected peaks across Greece, focusing on immersive outdoor experiences, proper preparation and a safe approach to the mountain environment.

The maximum number of participants for this activity is 35 people, to ensure smooth group flow, quality guidance and overall safety.

🔶 Participation Requirements

Key requirements for safe and enjoyable participation. The route includes rocky sections towards the summit, so previous hiking experience in mountain terrain is required. In case of snow or severe weather, the difficulty of the route increases.

• Good physical condition
• Experience hiking on mountain terrain
• Hiking or mountaineering boots with good grip
• Trekking poles
• Clothing suitable for spring but changeable mountain conditions
• Waterproof / windproof jacket
• Hat & gloves

🔶 Practical Information

Useful details before the activity. Terrain changes from forest to rocky slope as we approach Elatia summit, so stable footing and extra attention are needed — especially in case of snow, ice or wet ground.

• Meeting point: “Vangelis Tsakos” Mountain Shelter, Mount Kithaironas
• Meeting time: 09:30 a.m.
• Transportation: personal vehicles or car pooling
• Booking: confirmed with prepayment – instructions will be sent by email

🔶 After the Hike

Optionally, after the hike, participants may individually and by their own choice visit local taverns in the area for lunch.
Wanderlust Outdoor Activities & Travel does not organize, coordinate or participate in any lunch stop.

🔶 Included

Services and support provided by Wanderlust Outdoor Activities.

• Naturals cereal bar 80gr and aloe juice 500ml
• Guides’ fees
• Group first-aid kit
• Public liability insurance
• Satellite communication system (Iridium)
• VHF radio communication
• Activity planning and execution

🔶 Not Included

Anything not clearly listed in the program.

• Transportation to and from Mount Kithaironas
• Lunch at the tavern
• Anything not mentioned above

🔶 Useful Links

Guides, maps and information to help you prepare.

Exact Meeting Point / GPS

What to Bring for a Day Hike – Complete Equipment Guide

Hiking Difficulty Grades – Which Route Suits You?