ABSOLUTELY, IT SNOWS IN GREECE!
When thinking of Greece, images of warm, sunny beaches, scorching heat, and ice-cold beverages often come to mind. But Greece also has winters, and during those, it snows in many areas, some quite regularly!
This is why Greece boasts some of the most popular skiing resorts in the Balkans.
Expect heavy snow in northern regions, while southern areas see occasional snow. However, the mountains of Crete get heavy snowfalls regularly every year.
On the other hand, temperature difference between mountains and seasides can be significant in the winter.
BACKCOUNTRY SKIING HEAVEN
Discover the top ski touring hotspots in Greece, each offering unique skiing experience, adventures and stunning landscapes:
OLYMPUS MOUNT: with its peak soaring to 2.918m, Mount Olympus is a must-visit. Nearby, Mount Kissavos boasts charming couloirs and peaks at 1978m.
NORTHERN GREECE: near the Albanian border, explore the wild routes surrounding the renowned Vasilitsa ski resort, perfect for those seeking unspoiled natural beauty.
ATHENS VICINITY: just outside Athens, Mount Parnassos awaits with its impressive peak at 2.460m and the largest ski resort in Greece.
CRETE: don’t miss the Psiloritis massif, the legendary birthplace of Zeus, and the White Mountains in the west. Both peaks rise above 2.450m, offering incredible ski touring opportunities on this enchanting island.