
Trekking · Day Hike
Penteli: old quarries circular hike 2026
Penteli
Event Details
Date
Sunday, December 13, 2026
Start time: 09:30 • End time: 13:00
Start Location
Attica
Event Type
Day Hike
Distance
6.7 km
Elevation
+281m(gain)
Organizer
Pezoporos hiking group
Entry Fee
€15
The hike
Difficulty: 1 · Easy(organizer grade: 1+)
Walking time: 3 h
Departure: Chloridon 24, Drosia 09:00 (own cars)
Important Information
The classic 6.7 km Penteli loop with views over Attica and Evia, mostly on marked forest paths plus forest road and asphalt: Profitis Ilias, Agios Nikitas, Agios Loukas church, the Aloula old marble quarries, the open-air marble museum, the Solinari spring, the marble-carved map and the sculpture park.
1.5 km climb on a narrow forest path at the start.
+281/-281 m, altitude 425-686 m.
Grade 1+: hiking shoes and a waterproof needed; springs are likely dry, so bring water.
Meet 09:00 at Chloridon 24, Drosia, start 09:30, back by 13:00.
Ages 12-17 with an adult; over-65s under conditions.
Fee covers guides, group first-aid kit, photos and video; transport and meals not included.
Pay within 3 days of booking; full refund until Sun 6 Dec 20:00, 50% until Thu 10 Dec 20:00.
Elevation Profile

Total elevation: +281m
