Hiking the Enipeas Gorge: Waterfalls, Cliffs & the Wild Beauty of Mount Olympus

Join us on a breathtaking hike through the Enipeas Gorge, where waterfalls, forests, and ancient monasteries create a magical experience. Walk along crystal-clear rivers, cross wooden bridges, and explore hidden caves, all while surrounded by the stunning scenery of Mount Olympus, the home of the Greek gods.

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What to Expect

• Walk along a well-marked hiking path (part of the E4 international trail)
• See stunning waterfalls, wooden bridges & crystal-clear pools
• Visit the Monastery of Agios Dionysios and the Saint’s Cave
• Enjoy a peaceful hike through lush forests and rocky cliffs

First Stop: Prionia – The Starting Point of the Hike

Distance from Volos: 144 km (~2 hours by road)

Our adventure begins in Prionia, the highest point on Mount Olympus that you can reach by car (1,080m altitude). From here, we enter the wild beauty of the Enipeas Gorge.

What to See & Do

• Start your hike on the well-maintained E4 trail, surrounded by tall trees and wildflowers
• Cross the first of seven wooden bridges over the flowing Enipeas River
• Listen to the sounds of nature—the water, the birds, and the rustling leaves

Time Spent Here: ~30 minutes before starting the hike

Second Stop: Enipeas Waterfalls & Natural Pools

Distance from Prionia: ~3 km (1-hour hike)

As we walk deeper into the gorge, we reach beautiful waterfalls and natural pools with crystal-clear water.

What to See & Do

• See the famous Enipeas waterfalls, surrounded by lush greenery
• Rest by the cool pools, a perfect spot for a short break
• Take in the incredible scenery and peaceful atmosphere

Time Spent Here: ~30 minutes

Third Stop: Agios Dionysios Monastery & The Saint’s Cave

Distance from Enipeas Waterfalls: ~3 km (1-hour hike)

Next, we visit the historic Monastery of Agios Dionysios, a spiritual place built in the 16th century. Nearby, we find the cave where Saint Dionysios lived as a hermit.

What to See & Do

• Walk through the ruins of the monastery, which has a long and dramatic history
• Explore the Saint’s Cave, hidden in the rocks of Olympus
• Enjoy a quiet moment in this special and sacred place

Time Spent Here: ~30 minutes