Troodos Mountains

#18 among destinations in Cyprus

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain

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Troodos is the largest mountain range in Cyprus, located in roughly the center of the island. Its highest peak is Mount Olympus, also known as Chionistra, at 1,952 metres, which hosts the Sun Valley and North Face ski areas with their five ski lifts. ()

Local name: Τρόοδος Coordinates: 34°55'0"N, 32°49'60"E

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LimassolCyprus

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Troodos Mountains – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Olympus, Kykkos Monastery, Church of St. Nicholas of the Roof, Trooditissa Monastery.

2.3 miNE
Winter sport, Ski area
Olympus
58 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Troodos Mountains, Olympus, Cyprus offers a unique Mediterranean ski experience that contrasts the island's famed sun-kissed beaches. As the highest peak in Cyprus, Mount Olympus stands at an elevation of 1,952 meters and transforms into a...
7 miNW
Tranquil monastery with Virgin Mary icon
Kykkos Monastery, Pedoulas
178 min walk • Nestled in the mountainous region of Marathasa Valley, the Kykkos Monastery stands as a spiritual beacon and a testament to Byzantine artistry in Cyprus. Located near the village of Pedoulas, this monastery is one of the wealthiest and most lavishly adorned monasteries...
5.3 miNE
Sacred and religious sites, Church
Church of St. Nicholas of the Roof, Kakopetria
134 min walk • Nestled in the verdant Troodos Mountains of Cyprus, the Church of St. Nicholas of the Roof is a testament to the island's rich religious and cultural history. This Byzantine monastery, located in the picturesque village of Kakopetria, is renowned for its unique...
0.4 miSE
Monastery
Trooditissa Monastery
10 min walk • Trooditissa Monastery, is situated on the southern slopes of the Troodos Mountains on the island of Cyprus. It is an Orthodox monastery dedicated to the Virgin Mary. It was founded in 990, but the current building dates back to 1731. It is built at an altitude of 1,500m and the closest village is Platres.
6.6 miNE
Village, Area
Galata, Kakopetria
170 min walk • Galata is a village in the Solea valley, located about 60 km west of the capital Nicosia, at an altitude of 620 m in the Troodos Mountains of Cyprus. It is a popular summer tourist destination for its cooler climate in the summer months. It is also well known on the island for its fruit produce.
1.8 miE
Locality
Troodos Square
47 min walk • Troodos is a community in the Limassol District of Cyprus. Troodos was established in 2015.
2.6 miSE
Village
Platres
68 min walk • One of the main attractions in Platres is the beautiful Caledonia Waterfalls, a stunning natural wonder that can be reached by a scenic hiking trail. The trail takes visitors through a lush forested area, offering breathtaking views of the cascading waterfalls and the...
5 miS
Village
Omodos
127 min walk • One of the highlights of Omodos is the village square, where visitors can relax at one of the quaint cafes and enjoy the peaceful ambiance. The square is also home to the old wine press, a testament to the village's long-standing winemaking tradition.
~0 ftN
Nature, Natural attraction, Valley
Marathasa Valley
1 min walk • Marathassa Valley is a beautiful and fertile valley in the Troödos Mountains of Cyprus. It takes its name from the plant Marathos, a type of fennel which grows in the area. The area is known for its splendid cherries. The valley is about a 65 km drive from Limassol.
2.5 miS
Village
Platres
65 min walk • Kato Platres also known as Tornarides is a mountainous village in Cyprus. It is located on the southern slopes of the Troödos Mountains and is one of the Krasochoria.
4.6 miN
Village
Moutoullas
118 min walk • Moutoullas is a mountain village in the Nicosia District of Cyprus, at an elevation of 800 m in Marathasa Valley. In 2011, it had a population of 174.

Troodos Mountains

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Troodos Mountains – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)