View of Zakynthos town and bay – Panagia Skopiotissa Monastery loop from Argassi

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View of Zakynthos town and bay – Panagia Skopiotissa Monastery loop from Argassi

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View of Zakynthos town and bay – Panagia Skopiotissa Monastery loop from Argassi

03:21

10.4km

450m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

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Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.85 km

View of Zakynthos town and bay

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At this point you have a great view.
On the left you can see the Marathonisi and on the right Zakynthos with port.
Unfortunately, the port cannot be seen on the right in this photo.

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4.44 km

Panagia Skopiotissa Monastery

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One of the most impressive places on Zakynthos, high up below the Skopos lies this ancient church. The ruins all around bear witness to a moving history.

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5.15 km

Panagia Skopiotissa Monastery

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The last few meters have to be scrambled. Surefootedness and a head for heights are an advantage!

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5.16 km

View of a rock, accessible by rope

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5.20 km

Viewpoint Below Mount Skopos Summit

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From this spot just below the summit of Mount Skopos, you get great views of the surrounding countryside, mountains, and out to the glittering blue waters of the Ionian Sea. …

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5.58 km

Skopos Cafe

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The journey is worth it! A charming lady who takes care of our well-being after the climb. Fresh orange juice, a good coffee, chilled drinks...
A few kind words and …

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6.71 km

Byzantine Church of St. Nicholas

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The ruin of the Byzantine Church of Saint Nicholas Megalomatis (also called Agios Nikolaos Megalomatis) is considered one of the most important ecclesiastical monuments on the island, as it is …

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7.37 km

View of Mount Skopos and Byzantine Chapel

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Byzantine chapel 14th century

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10.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.92 km

3.41 km

2.31 km

763 m

Surfaces

3.78 km

3.36 km

2.23 km

1.03 km

Elevation

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Highest point (450 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

Saturday 17 October

22°C

12°C

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Max wind speed: 8.0 km/h

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Comments

June 26, 2023,Gipfel Mount Skopos – View Runde von Αργάσι

A really nice tour with great impressions and views. A bit of history and pure nature with the scent of fresh thyme.

It is best to start early on hot days. The partly asphalted / concreted paths heat up a lot. There is little shade.

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October 7, 2025,Panagia-Skopiotissa-Kloster – Skopos Café Runde von Argassi

Beautiful circular hike with stunning views

The hike from Argassi to the Panagia Skopiotissa Monastery, with a stop at the Skopos Café, is absolutely worthwhile for anyone who wants to enjoy nature, peace, and a bit of culture.

The route is about 10 km long and easily manageable for experienced hikers – sturdy footwear is definitely recommended, however, as it …

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