Methana Volcano Peak

Methana Experience

A short hike of about 30 minutes. What remains of the volcano is just a conical rock but the views along the way are worth it.

The peninsula of Methana belongs to the South Aegean volcanic arc where there is a series of active volcanos like this of Santorini and Nisyros. Methana is located at the west edge of this arc and has also a significant geothermal activity.

The most well-known among the volcanos of Methana is the "Kameno Vouno" (burnt mountain) near the village of Kameni Chora. A hiking path of approximately 1.5 kilometers leads to the peak of a 412 meters cone that corresponds to the crater. The top that is not actually a typical crater has a breathtaking view of the Saronic Gulf.

There are several volcanos at the peninsula and most of them can be reached through hiking paths which construct a net of routes approximately 60 kilometers in total. This favorite hiking destination includes impressive volcanic landscapes, views of the Saronic islands and the Peloponnese as well as pristine nature.

About Methana Volcano Peak

Last updated: 14 Sep 2020

Location
address Methana, 180 30, Greece
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