What to do · Delphi
Arachova, the stone village on the slope of Parnassus
Information
- Duration
- 2 h
- Season
- All year; winter is high season because of skiing
- Who it's for
- All ages
- With a dog
- On a lead in the village streets
What it is
Arachova hangs on the slope of Mount Parnassus, about 10 km east of Delphi on the road coming from Athens: you pass through it on arrival. It is a village of stone houses and red roofs, with stairways between streets and a clock tower at the top. In winter it fills with skiers heading for the Parnassus slopes; the rest of the year it is a quiet stop for a stroll, a drink in the square and buying local cheese and textiles.
How to fit it in
Allow twenty minutes on the way out for a coffee or on the way back for lunch. If you sleep a night in the area, Arachova is the lively alternative to Delphi, especially in winter.
Tips
- Park at the entrance The centre is narrow and in winter there is a lot of traffic at weekends.
- Climb to the clock tower From the top you see the valley and Parnassus.
As a familyWith a dog
