Best trails in Mount Parnitha National Park
Want to find the best trails in Mount Parnitha National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 121 great trails for hiking and walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Ready for your next hike or bike ride? Explore one of 5 easy hiking trails in Mount Parnitha National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 0 to 6,430 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Mount Parnitha National Park.
Top trails
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(117)
•Moderate
•5.0 mi
•Est. 2h 41m
Bafi Refuge - Mola - Fire Lookout Station Loop
(Καταφύγιο Μπάφι - Μόλα - Πυροφυλάκιο κυκλική)
A very beautiful circular route through the centre of Mount Parnitha National Park, which starts at Bafi Refuge and heads northeast, semi-circling up to Mola. From there the route heads east to reach the EDASA Fire Lookout Station. Then, changing direction completely, the route heads east with to return to the starting point.
2
(128)
•Hard
•6.5 mi
•Est. 4h 23m
Bafi Refuge through Chouni
(Καταφύγιο Μπάφι μέσω Χούνης)
This is an easy and well marked trail, probably one of the most walked paths in Mount Parnitha but quite uphill. The ascent starts from the base of the Parnitha Cable Car and is directed through the ravine of the Chouni stream to the Bafi Mountain Refuge. The view and the environment of the mountain are incredible.
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(60)
•Moderate
•3.6 mi
•Est. 1h 55m
Bafi Refuge - Fire Lookout Tower - Agios Georgios chapel Loop
(Καταφύγιο Μπάφι - Πυροφυλάκιο - ξωκλήσι Άγιος Γεώργιος κυκλική)
A circular route through the centre of Mount Parnitha National Park, which starts at Bafi Refuge and heads north and west through dense forest, circling Karavola Peak. The trail reaches the Fire Lookout Tower and from there, it heads back east again, following the trail south from Karavola Peak, to return to Bafi Refuge. Beautiful views of the surrounding mountain...
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(44)
•Hard
•7.8 mi
•Est. 4h 21m
Parnitha Loop from Bafi Mountain Refuge
(Κύκλος Πάρνηθας από το Ορεινό Καταφύγιο Μπάφι)
Circular route to Parnitha, the great mountain and oxygen lung of Attica, north of the capital Athens. The course starts from Bafi Mountain Refuge (1133m). You'll pass Skipiga and Pyrofilakio. From Koromilia climb to the top of Xerovouni (1119m). Return from the same to Koromilia and from there back to Bafi. The whole route is inside the Parnitha National Park.
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(29)
•Moderate
•3.4 mi
•Est. 1h 45m
Bafi Refuge - Fire Lookout Tower
(Ορειβατικό Καταφύγιο Μπάφι - Πυροφυλάκιο)
This is one of the classic routes in Parnitha. From Bafi Mountain Refuge the route runs west, through dense forest and along the base of the slope in Karavola. In the last part of the trail, the course reaches the Skipiza Spring with running water. From there and with intensive uphill towards the north, the path reaches the fire lookout tower. The view to the Gulf of Evia and the peaks of Evia is abundant and...
6
(40)
•Easy
•4.1 mi
•Est. 1h 47m
Bafi Refuge - Mont Parnes
(Καταφύγιο Μπάφι - Μον Παρνές)
A most visited and beautiful course for the whole family. This route starts from the Bafi Mountain Refuge and following a good and well-marked path, without large differences in altitude, heads to Mount Mavrovouni where the Mont Parnes Casino is located. The view to the surrounding peaks, the basin of the stream Chouni and the plain of Thrakomakedones in the background, is impressive.
7
(42)
•Hard
•6.6 mi
•Est. 4h 15m
Mount Parnitha Loop
(Κυκλική πορεία στην Πάρνηθα)
From the Panitha Cable Car, this beautiful circular route leads to the Kousiza site, continues north to the Kiousi Cave and reaches the Flabouri Mountain Refuge. A place with excellent views to the other slopes and peaks of the mountain. From there the route follows a left turn to the beautiful ravine of the Chouni stream, reaches the Chouni site and finally the starting point.
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(30)
•Moderate
•7.4 mi
•Est. 4h 28m
Pan's Cave
(Σπήλαιο Πανός)
The route starts from the Agios Cyprianos Monastery, north of file settlement and follows a good path to the north. It passes through ravines and peaks in several beautiful landscape variations on Mount Parnitha, east of the Goura stream, to reach the Pan Cave. It is an ancient place of worship of the god Pan, well hidden and protected by nature.
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(23)
•Moderate
•6.6 mi
•Est. 3h 15m
Mont Parness - Flabouri Loop
(Καζίνο Mont Parness - Καταφύγιο Φλαμπούρι Κυκλική)
From the Parnitha casino, the course ascends slightly through a forest and heads north and then east towards the Flampouri Shelter. The signpost on the trail is very good. From there the route goes north and then east, following the forest road and then the asphalt to Bafi Refuge. Staying on the asphalt, the route returns southeast to the Casino Mont Parnes.
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(25)
•Moderate
•3.7 mi
•Est. 2h 4m
Bafi Refuge - Mola Spring
(Καταφύγιο Μπάφι - Μόλα)
This beautiful circular route in Mt Parnitha starts from the parking lot of the Bafi Refuge and heads north, going up slightly to the col and from there descends in the direction of Mola, the spring and the old church of Agios Petros. The route is passable and runs along forests. From there the route follows the ring road of the National Park and returns from the south back to the starting point.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Mount Parnitha National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Mount Parnitha National Park is Bafi Refuge - Mola - Fire Lookout Station Loop, which has a 4.6 star rating from 117 reviews. This trail is 5.0 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,187 ft.
What is the longest trail in Mount Parnitha National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Mount Parnitha National Park is Fyli Spring - Agia Paraskevi - Vountima - Mazareika. This trail is estimated to be 29.2 mi long.
How many trails are in Mount Parnitha National Park?
There are 121 trails in Mount Parnitha National Park. These trails have an average 4.1-star rating from 1,098 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Mount Parnitha National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Mount Parnitha National Park has you covered. Makrychorafo - Xerovouni - Mola - Maliza - Vrokoli Loop boasts the most elevation gain with 6,430 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Fyli Spring - Agia Paraskevi - Vountima - Mazareika, which will get you 3,986 ft of elevation gain.
Are there running trails available in Mount Parnitha National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 5 running trails in Mount Parnitha National Park and the most popular is Acharnes Trail Running with an average 5.0 star rating from 2 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Mount Parnitha National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 12 biking trails in Mount Parnitha National Park and the most popular is Mont Parness - Flabouri Loop with an average 4.5 star rating from 23 community reviews.
Are there any trails with springs in Mount Parnitha National Park?
Yes, there are 42 trails with springs in Mount Parnitha National Park, including Bafi Refuge - Mola - Fire Lookout Station Loop, Parnitha Loop from Bafi Mountain Refuge, Bafi Refuge - Fire Lookout Tower, Mount Parnitha Loop, and Pan's Cave.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Mount Parnitha National Park?
Yes, there are 64 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Mount Parnitha National Park, including Bafi Refuge - Fire Lookout Tower - Agios Georgios chapel Loop, Parnitha Loop from Bafi Mountain Refuge, Bafi Refuge - Mont Parnes, Mount Parnitha Loop, and Pan's Cave.
Are there any trails with weather shelters in Mount Parnitha National Park?
Yes, there are 9 trails with weather shelters in Mount Parnitha National Park, including Bafi Refuge - Mont Parnes, Mont Parness - Flabouri Loop, Mont Parnes - Flambouri Refuge - Bafi Refuge, Agia Triada - Skipiza Spring - Fire Lookout Tower - Mola Spring - Bafi Refuge, and Royal Palace and Estate in Tatoi.
Are there any trails with cliffs in Mount Parnitha National Park?
Yes, there are 17 trails with cliffs in Mount Parnitha National Park, including Bafi Refuge through Chouni, Mount Parnitha Loop, Teleferic Parking - Chouni - Flambouri - Koromilia Spring Loop, Agios Georgios Trail, and Thrakomakedones - Platani - Agios Georgios Keramidi.
Are there any trails with caves in Mount Parnitha National Park?
Yes, there are 17 trails with caves in Mount Parnitha National Park, including Mount Parnitha Loop, Pan's Cave, Kliston Monastery - Panas Cave - Tamilthi Spring, Thrakomakedones - Flabouri Refuge, and Fyli - Pan's Cave - Amigdaleza.
Are there any trails with picnic areas in Mount Parnitha National Park?
Yes, there are 5 trails with picnic areas in Mount Parnitha National Park, including Katsimidi Fire Lookout Station, Mola - Katsimidi, Katsimidi - Xerovouni, AlpamayoPro TrailRace, and Makrychorafo - Xerovouni - Mola - Maliza - Vrokoli Loop.
Are there any trails with historical ruins in Mount Parnitha National Park?
Yes, there are 11 trails with historical ruins in Mount Parnitha National Park, including Big Loop of Parnitha, Mola - Limiko - Saloniki - Xouliza, Mola - Limiko, Agia Triada - Ornio East - Mola - Limiko - Avlonas, and Katsimidi Fire Lookout Station.