{"id":57837,"date":"2023-06-06T01:25:51","date_gmt":"2023-06-05T22:25:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/greece\/taygetos-hiking-on-the-mythical-mountain-of-laconia\/57837\/"},"modified":"2024-11-25T12:15:37","modified_gmt":"2024-11-25T10:15:37","slug":"taygetos-hiking-on-the-mythical-mountain-of-laconia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/en\/advertorials-en\/taygetos-hiking-on-the-mythical-mountain-of-laconia\/57837\/","title":{"rendered":"Taygetos: Hiking on the mythical mountain of Laconia"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Attraction of Taygetos. <\/strong>The Taygetos mountain range offers an unparalleled attraction. Renowned writer Kostas Ouranis once noted, &#8220;<em>No mountain I have seen in my life\u2014from Mont Blanc with its eternal snow to the wildest Spanish sierras\u2014has ever impressed me as much as Taygetos.<\/em>&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hiking in Taygetos. <\/strong>Taygetos is the highest mountain range in the Peloponnese, featuring one of Greece&#8217;s best trail networks. Starting from Sparta, this 60 km network connects picturesque villages, historic monasteries, fresh springs, and stunning natural landscapes, culminating at the peak of Profitis Ilias with its iconic chapel. The massif is blanketed by lush firs and black pines, with numerous streams and small rivers enhancing its beauty.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/en\/greece\/48-hours-in-sparta-in-the-legendary-city-of-greece\/57969\/\">48 hours in Sparta: In the legendary city of Greece!<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><strong>Taygetos: The mythological roots of the name<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_57816\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-57816\" style=\"width: 1150px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-istoria.jpg.webp 1150w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-istoria-300x183.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-istoria-1024x623.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-istoria-768x467.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1150px) 100vw, 1150px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-57816 size-full webpexpress-processed\" src=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-istoria.jpg\" alt=\"The history of Taygetos\" width=\"1150\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-istoria.jpg 1150w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-istoria-300x183.jpg 300w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-istoria-1024x623.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-istoria-768x467.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1150px) 100vw, 1150px\"><\/picture><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-57816\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo source: realsparta.gr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>According to Pausanias, the name Taygetos originates from Taygeti, a daughter of Atlas, who ended her life by leaping from a cliff, ashamed of her unintended union with Zeus. Another theory by Hesychius of Alexandria suggests the name derives from &#8220;tais,&#8221; meaning &#8220;great, many.&#8221; It was also known as Pentadaktylos during the Byzantine period due to its five significant peaks.<\/p>\n<p><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/tayfetos-mystras.jpg.webp 1150w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/tayfetos-mystras-300x225.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/tayfetos-mystras-1024x768.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/tayfetos-mystras-768x576.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1150px) 100vw, 1150px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-57820 aligncenter webpexpress-processed\" src=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/tayfetos-mystras.jpg\" alt=\"Mystras in front, Taygetos behind\" width=\"1150\" height=\"862\" srcset=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/tayfetos-mystras.jpg 1150w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/tayfetos-mystras-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/tayfetos-mystras-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/tayfetos-mystras-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1150px) 100vw, 1150px\"><\/picture><\/p>\n<p><strong>Geography of Taygetos. <\/strong>Taygetos spans the prefectures of Laconia, Messinia, and Arcadia. To the east, it separates from the Parnon mountain by the Eurotas River. Its western end touches the fertile Messinian plain, and to the south, it extends to the Mani peninsula, offering breathtaking views up to Cape Tenaro and even the White Mountains of Crete on clear days.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>The enchanting &#8220;pyramid effect&#8221;<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The best spot to admire the entire region is from the peak of Profitis Ilias. At dawn, the peak casts a shadow forming an isosceles triangle over the Messinian Gulf, creating a stunning spectacle known as the &#8220;pyramid effect.&#8221; This phenomenon, caused by light refraction, has captivated scientists and conspiracy theorists alike.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Taygetos: How to Conquer the Peak<\/strong><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_57824\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-57824\" style=\"width: 1150px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos.jpg.webp 1150w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-300x199.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-1024x678.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-768x508.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1150px) 100vw, 1150px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-57824 size-full webpexpress-processed\" src=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos.jpg\" alt=\"Taygetos\" width=\"1150\" height=\"761\" srcset=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos.jpg 1150w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-768x508.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1150px) 100vw, 1150px\"><\/picture><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-57824\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The imposing Taygetos<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Among the many trails in <strong>Taygetos<\/strong>, the most popular is the one leading from the refuge of the <strong>Greek Mountaineering Club of Sparta<\/strong> (location Varvara) to the highest peak of the mountain, <strong>Profitis Ilias<\/strong>. To reach the refuge, start from the village of <strong>Palaiopanagia<\/strong>, located 12.4 km outside <strong>Sparta<\/strong>. Just follow the well-marked signage.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_57828\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-57828\" style=\"width: 1150px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-vouno.jpg.webp 1150w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-vouno-300x200.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-vouno-1024x682.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-vouno-768x512.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1150px) 100vw, 1150px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-57828 size-full webpexpress-processed\" src=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-vouno.jpg\" alt=\"Manganiaris Spring\" width=\"1150\" height=\"766\" srcset=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-vouno.jpg 1150w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-vouno-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-vouno-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-vouno-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1150px) 100vw, 1150px\"><\/picture><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-57828\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Manganiaris Spring<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The section up to the source of <strong>Manganiaris<\/strong> is paved and spans 9.2 km. If you prefer not to drive, you can cover this distance on foot in about 2.5 hours. The <strong>Manganiaris Spring<\/strong> is a beautiful recreation area where you can enjoy cool water from the fountains shaded by tall plane trees.<\/p>\n<p><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-1.jpg.webp 1150w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-1-300x200.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-1-1024x682.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-1-768x512.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1150px) 100vw, 1150px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-57830 aligncenter webpexpress-processed\" src=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-1.jpg\" alt=\"Impressive image of Taygetos - Photo source: realsparta.gr\" width=\"1150\" height=\"766\" srcset=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-1.jpg 1150w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1150px) 100vw, 1150px\"><\/picture><\/p>\n<p><strong>Forest Dirt Road.<\/strong> From here, the most difficult part of the journey begins: a forest dirt road to the <strong>E.O.S. Sparta<\/strong> shelter, about 5 km long. If you choose to drive this section, keep in mind that this road is only suitable for off-road cars and motorcycles.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_57832\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-57832\" style=\"width: 768px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-diadromes-1.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-diadromes-1-300x202.jpg.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-57832 size-full webpexpress-processed\" src=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-diadromes-1.jpg\" alt=\"The amazing natural beauty that the traveler encounters in Taygetos\" width=\"768\" height=\"517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-diadromes-1.jpg 768w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-diadromes-1-300x202.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"><\/picture><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-57832\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The amazing natural beauty that the traveler encounters in Taygetos &#8211; Photo source: realsparta.gr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Mountaineering Refuge. <\/strong>If hiking the entire way seems too challenging, you can drive to the <strong>E.O.S. Sparta<\/strong> mountaineering refuge. Most people start their hike from the shelter to the top of <strong>Profitis Ilias<\/strong> in the early afternoon to avoid the intense sun. From the refuge, cross the last wooded part of the route and follow the red marking squares up the steep slope, known as &#8220;Anathema.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_57818\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-57818\" style=\"width: 1150px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-ridomo.jpg.webp 1150w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-ridomo-300x199.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-ridomo-1024x678.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-ridomo-768x508.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1150px) 100vw, 1150px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-57818 size-full webpexpress-processed\" src=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-ridomo.jpg\" alt=\"One of the most famous hiking routes in Taygetos is in the Rintomos Gorge\" width=\"1150\" height=\"761\" srcset=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-ridomo.jpg 1150w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-ridomo-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-ridomo-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-ridomo-768x508.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1150px) 100vw, 1150px\"><\/picture><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-57818\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><strong>Rintomos Gorge Hiking Route <\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>After a while, you&#8217;ll reach a plateau called <strong>Lakomata<\/strong>. Cross the ravine and maneuver around a pit called &#8220;Gouves.&#8221; Head towards the first rock zone, continuing through the rocks until you reach <strong>Plakes<\/strong>, a large uphill belt leading to the ridge opening called <strong>Portes<\/strong>. Continue on the west side of the ridge, pass the <strong>Chionotrypa<\/strong> chasm, and follow the path to the plateau at the top, where you&#8217;ll find the uncovered <strong>Prophet Elias church<\/strong> and a complex of stone-built huts.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Taygetos: 3.6 km in 2 hours and 45 minutes of hiking<\/strong><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_57814\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-57814\" style=\"width: 1150px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-pezoporia.jpg.webp 1150w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-pezoporia-300x191.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-pezoporia-1024x651.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-pezoporia-768x488.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1150px) 100vw, 1150px\" type=\"image\/webp\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-57814 size-full webpexpress-processed\" src=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-pezoporia.jpg\" alt=\"Taygetos hiking\" width=\"1150\" height=\"731\" srcset=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-pezoporia.jpg 1150w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-pezoporia-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-pezoporia-1024x651.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/taygetos-pezoporia-768x488.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1150px) 100vw, 1150px\"><\/picture><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-57814\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">For hiking in Taygetos &#8211; Photo source: realsparta.gr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Hiking Details. <\/strong>The hike from the <strong>E.O.S. Sparta refuge<\/strong> to the top of <strong>Taygetos<\/strong> is 3.6 km and takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes due to the rough terrain. The altitude gain is 850 meters. On a good day, you&#8217;ll encounter many hikers on this route. The path is especially busy on July 20th, the feast day of <strong>Ai Lia<\/strong>, as visitors make the trek to honor the chapel with its panoramic view.<\/p>\n<h4><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/news.google.com\/publications\/CAAqBwgKMMqapAswjaW8Aw?hl=el&amp;gl=GR&amp;ceid=GR:el\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Travel to Greece \u2013 Google News \u2013 Follow us<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n<h5>Read Also:<\/h5>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/en\/greece\/sparta-the-unknown-island-of-greece-and-its-relationship-with-onassis\/18235\/\">Sparta island: The unknown island of Greece and its relationship with Onassis<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/en\/greece\/road-trip-to-messinia-what-to-see-and-do-in-a-few-days\/65434\/\">Road trip to Messinia: A Destination of Stunning Contrasts<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/exploringgreece.tv\/en\/greece\/peloponnese-en\/lagadia-in-arcadia-the-quot-hanging-quot-village-of-petra\/68817\/\">Lagadia in Arcadia: The \u201changing\u201d village of Petra!<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Follow ExploringGreece.tv on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/exploringgreece\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>\u00a0Instagram<\/strong>\u00a0<\/a>and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ExplorinGreece\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Facebook<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Attraction of Taygetos. The Taygetos mountain range offers an unparalleled attraction. Renowned writer Kostas Ouranis once noted, &#8220;No mountain I have seen in my life\u2014from Mont Blanc with its eternal snow to the wildest Spanish sierras\u2014has ever impressed me as much as Taygetos.&#8221; Hiking in Taygetos. 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