Troodos Mountains Cyprus
The stunning Troodos Mountains are full of pine forests and during winter become a popular place to ski.
The Troodos Mountains are situated on the south western side of the island they cover half this area.
Mount Olympus is the highest peak at 1,952 meters. This is the ideal location for relaxing and enjoying a Cyprus walking holiday.
It’s also popular for bird-watching or cycling in pine scented forests.
If you are lucky you may spot a Cyprus mouflon (a kind of wild sheep) which is sometimes seen in the forests of the western Troodos Mountains.
You can also find many picturesque mountain villages which give you the feeling of stepping back in time. The area is full of wine producing villages where you can enjoy Cypriot food and wine at the local village tavernas.
In the north of the island are the Kyrenia Mountains. The Mesaoria plain is situated between these mountains and home to many towns and villages including Nicosia the capital of the island.
Platres Mountain Resort
During the month of August many city dwellers exchange the heat of the cities for the cool sanctuary of the Troodos Mountains. For a few months the area is full of life but for the rest of the year nightlife is more or less non-existent.
The resort of Platres has a selection of restaurants and hotels located on the southern slopes.
The views are breathtaking and it’s the ideal location for relaxing holidays and romantic honeymoons.
During the summer there are three open-air swimming pools where you can unwind, relax and enjoy the lovely scenery.
The beautiful mountain resort of Platres nestles amidst a forest of fragrant pines and many of the hotels offer traditional Cypriot hospitality in combination with modern facilities.
Official Mountain Trails
The CTO (Cyrus Tourist Office) has all the information you’ll need on the four official trails in the area.
The Artemis Trail takes you around the summit of Mount Olympus and takes around 3 hours.
The Atalanti Trail is longer at around 5 hours and the Caledonian Falls trail takes about one and a half hours.
The Persephone Trail takes about 45 minutes. So, if you’re not that good a walker, you know which one to take!
PLATRES TOURIST OFFICE
platresinfo@cto.org.cy
Times: 9am – 3.30pm Mon-Fri and 9am – 2.30pm Sat.
During July & August closes 30 mins earlier) – Tel: 25421316
From Paphos and Limassol: Troodos Mountains Hidden Charms
Duration 9 hours
Discover the traditional way of life in Cyprus on a trip up into the Troodos Mountains.
Pass through small villages, such as Anogyra, where you can learn all about the local carob industry.
Troodos Mountains Tour from Larnaca
Duration 11 hours
Following pick-up from your hotel in Larnaca, get back to nature on a scenic tour of the Troodos mountains. Experience the beauty of the largest mountain range in Cyprus as you pass through typical villages and the pine forests of the beautiful landscape.
Admire Kykkos Monastery, its brightly colored mosaics, gold icons and well-preserved frescoes. Enjoy a traditional lunch of pita bread with souvlaki or haloumi in the village of Kalopanayiotis.
