The volcanic peninsula of Methana has been on my bucket list for quite some time now for its unusual mountainous landscape, wide network of hiking trails, and a relative lack of tourism. When we finally managed to visit Methana this spring I wasn’t disappointed. Quite the opposite, actually. We spent three days exploring the many […] The post Hiking in Methana: 3 days at the volcanic peninsula appeared first on Just for one summer ..read more

For many years, Western Parnitha has been one of my favorite hiking destinations close to Athens for its beutiful nature and lack of crowds. Unfortunately, all changed in the summer of 2023 when Parntiha suffered from yet another monstrous wildfire. For 3 days the fire raged uncontrollably through 60.500 acres of pristine forest leaving nothing […] The post Western Parnitha Hike: Fyli Spring, Bikeza, Goura Spring & Agia Paraskevi Church appeared first on Just for one summer ..read more

At 1.743 meters, Mount Dirfi is the highest mountain in Euboea and one of the most popular destinations for Athenian hikers and mountaineers. Lying only about one and half hours drive away from Athens it is perfect for a day trip from the Greek capital. That being said, the rugged terrain, steep slopes, and often […] The post Winter ascent of Mount Dirfi (1.743 meters) in photos appeared first on Just for one summer ..read more

Rhamnous was an ancient Greek city situated in northeast Attica about 55 kilometers away from Athens. In antiquity, it was best known for the Sanctuary of Nemesis, the goddess of vengeance. Its strategic position on the east coast of Attica gave Ancient Rhamnous control over the ships passing through the Euboea Strait. These days, the […] The post Exploring the archeological site of Ancient Rhamnous in northeast Attica appeared first on Just for one summer ..read more

The forest of Moggostos is a beautiful oak forest spreading over an area of 7,185 acres between the villages of Souli, Megalos Valtos, and Throfari in the Northern Peloponnese. The drive from Athens to the Moggostos forest only takes about one and a half hours making it the perfect destination for an easy hiking day … Hiking through the oak forest of Moggostos (Dryodasos Moggostou) Read More » The post Hiking through the oak forest of Moggostos (Dryodasos Moggostou) appeared first on Just for one summer ..read more

Grammeni Oxia has been on my wish list for quite some time and when we finally managed to visit this November I immediately fell in love. The combination of grassy mountain ridges, colorful beech forests, sleepy villages, and dramatic views towards the neighboring Vardousia was magical and one weekend was far from enough to experience … Grammeni Oxia: Portokali Summit (1.714 meters) & Sarantaina (1.923 meters) Read More » The post Grammeni Oxia: Portokali Summit (1.714 meters) & Sarantaina (1.923 meters) appeared first on Just for one summer ..read more

The mountainous Central Euboea is one of my favorite hiking destinations near Athens. Lying only about one and a half hours away from the Greek capital, it is the perfect choice for an easy day trip. However, its alpine landscape, endless forests, and stunning coast make it feel like an exotic paradise thousands of miles … Attali Hike: Agios Konstantinos and Eleni church at Apokremnos & the summit of Tourla (Euboea) Read More » The post Attali Hike: Agios Konstantinos and Eleni church at Apokremnos & the summit of Tourla (Euboea) appeared first on Just for one summer ..read more

Are you looking for a great hike close to Athens? Would you like to spend a day wandering through a peaceful countryside of rolling hills and meadows in full bloom discovering charming little churches along the way? Do you feel like you have exhausted the hiking options of Mount Parnitha walking on the southern slopes … Avlona to Agia Marina Hike at Mount Parnitha Read More » The post Avlona to Agia Marina Hike at Mount Parnitha appeared first on Just for one summer ..read more

Skiritida Forest is the perfect destination for an amazing autumn hiking trip from Athens! It lies right in the heart of the Peloponnese between the mountain ranges of Mainalo, Parnonas, and Taygetos only about a two-hour drive from the Greek capital. It is a magical place full of bubbling streams and hidden waterfalls, deep ravines … Skiritida Forest & the Vlachokerasia Trail Read More » The post Skiritida Forest & the Vlachokerasia Trail appeared first on Just for one summer ..read more

The Mainalo mountain range in central Peloponnese is the perfect destination for any hiking lover looking for an easy escape from the city. Lying only about two and a half hours from Athens, Mainalo can be easily visited over the weekend or even as a day trip from the Greek capital. It offers a wide … Hiking weekend in Mainalo: Arkoudorema Hike,Tzelati Summit (1.868 meters) & Vytina Read More » The post Hiking weekend in Mainalo: Arkoudorema Hike,Tzelati Summit (1.868 meters) & Vytina appeared first on Just for one summer ..read more