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Mount Lycabettus (/ ˌ l aɪ k ə ˈ b ɛ t ə s /), also known as Lycabettos, Lykabettos or Lykavittos (Greek: Λυκαβηττός, pronounced [likaviˈtos]), is a Cretaceous limestone hill in the Greek capital Athens. At 277 meters (908 feet) above sea level, its summit is the highest point in Central Athens and pine trees cover its base ...
Aug 6, 2019 · Mount Lycabettus, Athens 114 71, Greece. There is no way you can miss Mount Lycabettus. The tallest of Athens' seven hills rises abruptly out of the middle of the city and like the Acropolis, which it towers above, it is visible from almost everywhere.
Mar 22, 2021 · Everything you need to know before visiting Mount Lycabettus: the best viewpoint and second-highest hill of Athens, Greece
Standing 277 meters above sea level, Lycabettus Hill (sometimes spelt Lykavitos) is the highest point of Athens. Although a beautiful walk up via a circular path, it will be a test of endurance and a challenge in summer.
Feb 9, 2024 · Mount Lycabettus is the highest point in central Athens, Greece. Known in Greek as Lykavitos Hill, it stands 277 m (909 feet) above sea level, providing spectacular views of the Greek capital and the coastline.
Mount Lycabettus, also known as Lycabettus Hill, has plenty of rewards to offer to anyone who makes it to the top. There you’ll find the 19th century Saint George chapel, a well-kept white-washed church with preserved interiors showing off intricate and valuable religious art.
Mount Lycabettus. 6,345 reviews. #16 of 598 things to do in Athens. MountainsLookouts. Write a review. About. Walk or take the funicular tramway to the top of this hill for the best views of Athens. Duration: 1-2 hours. Suggest edits to improve what we show.
