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Ephialtes Path

Trace the secret mountain passage of 480 BC to the hill where Leonidas and the 300 Spartans made their stand.

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Ephialtes Path
Distance
16 km
Elevation
+510 m / −1,020 m
Hiking time
6 h 30 min incl. stops
Total trip
Around 12 hours incl. transport, hiking, museum, statue and a meal at a tavern. (meal NOT INCLUDED in trips price)
Terrain
Mixed forest and mountain path
Departure
8:00 am at the appointed location (Delphi, Chrisso or Itea)
Ages
12+
Fitness
Very good

History

The Anopaia Atrapos

The Efialtis Path, historically known as the Anopaia Atrapos, is the mountain passage on Mount Kallidromo that altered the course of western history. In September 480 BC, during the Greco-Persian Wars, a local Greek named Ephialtes of Trachis used this secret trail to guide the Persian army behind the Greek defensive lines, leading to the ultimate destruction of King Leonidas and his men.

Highlights

  1. 1Amazing mixed forest hike: fir, oak, plane, beech and strawberry trees
  2. 2The statue of the Spartan warrior
  3. 3The actual hill where the 300 Spartans fought and died

What to bring

  • Hiking shoes (obligatory)
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Hat or beanie, sunglasses, sunblock
  • Small backpack
  • Personal bottle of water (2L minimum)

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