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Zygou Monastery – Ouranoupoli Tower loop from Tower of Prosphorion

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Zygou Monastery – Ouranoupoli Tower loop from Tower of Prosphorion

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4.6

(8)

57

hikers

Zygou Monastery – Ouranoupoli Tower loop from Tower of Prosphorion

01:35

6.07km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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265 m

Beach and Parking Area Near Vourvourou

Highlight • Beach

A small hidden path down to the stony beach.

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2

1.02 km

Bright Pink Flowers on the Beach

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3

2.09 km

Frangokastro Archaeological Site

Highlight • Historical Site

Immediately after the excavation site is the border to the monastic republic of Athos.
It only goes on for men with a valid entry document.

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2.10 km

Zygou Monastery

Highlight • Religious Site

The Zygou Monastery has an entrance fee and closes at 3:30 p.m.
I don't know whether the Frangokastello is open to visitors. It's currently under restoration or an excavation site.

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3.09 km

Hotel Skites

Highlight • Rest Area

You couldn't live more quietly, even your own beach with a pool.
A new menu every night and the breakfast is excellent.
The owner speaks German.
skites.gr

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4.61 km

Ouranoupoli Ferry Terminal

Highlight • Rest Area

Here the ferry to Athos starts

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4.61 km

Ouranoupoli Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

The starting point for Athos hikers

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6.07 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.02 km

951 m

909 m

153 m

Surfaces

3.91 km

989 m

602 m

397 m

137 m

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Tuesday 25 August

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