
Trekking · Day Hike
Hymettus: Aesthetic Forest & Drakospito Loop 2026
Kaisariani
Event Details
Date
Sunday, November 15, 2026
Start time: 08:40 • End time: 13:00
Start Location
Attica
Event Type
Day Hike
Distance
9.5 km
Elevation
+480m(gain)
Organizer
Wanderlust Outdoor Activities
Official Announcement
View ↗Entry Fee
€20
Participant Limit
55spots
The hike
Difficulty: 2 · Moderate(organizer grade: Α+-Β)
Walking time: 4-5 h
Departure: Kaisariani, Fire Lookout "Dimitris Karamolegkos" 08:40 (own transport)
Important Information
Loop hike in the Hymettus Aesthetic Forest with a visit to the Drakospito (Dragon House): forest trails, rocky slopes and views over the Athens basin.
From the Kaisariani Fire Lookout the loop passes the Taxiarches, the Drakospito and Kalopoula before returning to the start, on trails with ups and downs, partly among the trees and partly on open slopes, at the group's pace with stops for rest, the views and photos.
At the Drakospito we stop to look at the stone structure up close, respectfully, without moving stones or climbing on it.
9.5 km, +480 m / −480 m, grade Α+-Β, 4:00 net walking time, 5:00 including stops.
For people in good physical condition with previous hiking experience: the climbs, descents and uneven ground require a steady step and ease on mountain trails.
Travel by participants' own cars; loop with start and finish at the same point.
If you have no transport, note in the registration comments that you want carpooling; car sharing will be arranged in the Viber group chat, depending on available seats.
Detailed instructions and a meeting-point reminder are sent before the activity via Viber (or email for those not on Viber).
Meeting at the Kaisariani Fire Lookout "Dimitris Karamolegkos" at 08:40 (please arrive on time); the activity runs 09:00–13:00.
Capacity 55 people.
€20, paid on the spot on the day of the activity.
Included: planning and running of the activity by Wanderlust, group guides during the hike, group first-aid kit, civil liability insurance, Iridium satellite communication device for emergencies, VHF radio for the guides' coordination, an 80 g bar and 200 ml natural juice by Naturals; not included: travel to and from the meeting point, personal hiking gear, personal expenses and consumption, anything not listed under included.
Required gear: hiking boots with good grip (mandatory), day backpack, enough water for the whole route, light snack, comfortable hiking clothes and a warm layer, waterproof jacket and trousers (at least 10,000 mm), hiking poles, personal medication if you take any.
The activity runs if weather conditions allow it to be held safely; the guides may change the route or programme if needed based on conditions and the progress of the hike.
Contact: 693 157 8969, info@wanderlustactivities.gr.
