The hilltops and mountains are there for you to enjoy, too. The closest and quickest route for amateurs and novices (with a spectacular view of the city) is the 2.5 km (or 1.5 mile) track that circumvents Lycabettus Hill. When you're done, have a cup of coffee at the café atop the hill. More experienced trekkers, head just 30 kilometers (20 miles) outside of Athens to Mount Parnitha, the largest of the three mountains in Attica.
The hilltops and mountains surrounding Athens are there for you to enjoy. The closest and quickest route for amateurs and novices (with a spectacular view of the city) is the 2.5 km (or 1.5 mile) track that encircles Lycabettus Hill.
Located in the historical Marathon locale, about 40 km (25 miles) from the city, is Schinias-Marathonas National Forest.
The hilltops and mountains are there for you to enjoy, too. The closest and quickest route for amateurs and novices (with a spectacular view of the city) is the 2.5 km (or 1.5 mile) track that circumvents Lycabettus Hill. When you're done, have a cup of coffee at the café atop the hill. More experienced trekkers, head just 30 kilometers (20 miles) outside of Athens to Mount Parnitha, the largest of the three mountains in Attica.
