At the top, past the tree line and in a rock field, you’ll probably be shivering in the cold. At the bottom, you’ll be sweltering in the Greek heat - particularly if you’re hiking in the summer.
The hike itself is gorgeous, and the climate changes dramatically. Note also that the steep incline, coupled with the dehydrating heat on lower slopes, can leave your calves very sore. There are fatalities and rescues nearly every year. Those who have done the hike before are quick to help out.ĭo not summit if the weather is bad. Make sure you have your route mapped out beforehand, and don’t be afraid to ask people questions. While the distances aren’t too large, many parts of the hike are along a cliff edge, and the trail can seem confusing. You can hike Mount Olympus without a guide, but be cautious. Even brown bears and wolves call these wild mountains home. You may also spot eagles, falcons, Balkan chamois goats, deer, foxes, red squirrels, and wild boar. Twenty-five percent of all the plant species found in Greece are also found here, as well as dozens of plants found only here. The area makes up the Mount Olympus National Park and a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, and it’s home to diverse animal and plant life. On rare clear days, from atop Mount Olympus you can see the city of Thessaloniki, the Aegean Sea, and miles in every direction. It’s comprised of 52 jagged peaks that are often shrouded in fog the tallest of them is Mytikas, which soars to 9,573 feet. Mount Olympus is the tallest mountain in Greece.
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