3days at Olympus: Barbalas ridge to Muses Plateau - Crossing from the North to the East
Activity Description
Explore the various paths that lead to the peaks of Olympus. Get off the beaten path and explore the mythical mountain’s hidden gems.
The activity is carried out by small groups of professionals who have completed the routes. Our goal is not only to walk, but also to discover the stories that each path conceals.
Day 1: Meeting at Krevatia refuge
We will meet at the Krevatia refuge on the NE outskirts of Olympus, which has an amazing view of Skourta and the steep northern slopes of Laimos that fill the area’s streams. Our meeting will be at 19:00 to get information about the expedition, check equipment, and get to know each other in a relaxed setting with wine and a beautiful evening.
- Accommodation: bunk beds in a mountain hut or a 2-person tent (we provide the tent and the mattress)
- Meals: not included
Day 2: Barbalas Ridge to Muses Plateua and Petroustrouga
Considering the distance we need to go today, we will need to get an early start. Our path will begin at the Krevatia shelter and lead us to the more difficult and steeper (but technically straightforward) Barbala ridge. It will take us around 6 or 7 hours to cover the 8 kilometers uphill to the plateau of the Muses. Let’s relax with a nice beer and some downtime before making the journey to Petrostruga for the night. The descent from the plateau to Petrostruga is quite easy and short, clocking up at just 6 kilometers. The evening will provide us with a satisfying meal and a chance to rest.
- Hiking time: 9-10
- Distance: 14km
- Highest point: 2650 meters
- Gain elevation: 1880 meters
- Accommodation: bunk beds in a mountain refuge
- Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 3: Petrostrouga to Krevatia refuge
One of Olympus’ most scenic trails awaits us today; it winds through forests of robola, pines, firs, and beeches, and crosses dozens of brooks and rivers, including the mighty Papa torrent before reaching the Krevatia refuge. At the end of the two days, when we reach the Krevatia shelter, we will be able to look back and realize just how far we have come.
- Hiking time: 5-6 hours
- Distance: 12km
- Gain altitude: 440 meters
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch pack
Additional information
- Minimum number of participants: 3 people
- To begin your challenge, you will receive a buff, an Olympus map, and the 12 Refuge Trail Passport.
- Difficulty: 4/5
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Cancellation policy
- Cancellation 7 days or more prior to the agreed activity starting date. You are automatically reimbursed for the full activity price.
- Cancellation between 3 and 7 days prior to the agreed activity starting date. You are entitled to a 50% reimbursement.
- Cancellation 3 days or later are what we call last-minute cancellations. No reimbursements will be effected.
* If the activity is canceled by the activity provider (due to weather, non-completion of minimum entries, force majeure, etc.), the price of your activity, is refunded in full.
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Location
Meeting Point
Region: Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki
Address: Thessaloniki
Point of activity
Region: Dion, Pieria