Altar of Zeus, Adatepe
Zeus Altarı
A giant rock lookout below Adatepe village. Legend says Zeus watched the Trojan War from here, and it overlooks the Gulf of Edremit.
The Altar of Zeus is a huge rock platform jutting out from the cliff. According to Homer's epics, Zeus watched the Trojan War from Mount Ida (Mount Kaz), which is why locals call this spot the Altar of Zeus. It is about a 15-minute walk from the car park along a path through pine forest. From the rock platform you can see the Gulf of Edremit, olive groves and the island of Lesbos across the water. There is a small entrance fee, and the rock edge has no railings, so take care. It can be combined with a visit to Adatepe village and the olive oil museum.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–19:00
Nearby sights
- Adatepe Village
- Adatepe Olive Oil Museum
- Yeşilyurt Village
- Kadırga Bay
- Assos Harbour (İskele)
- Behramkale Village
- Temple of Athena, Assos
- Assos Ancient City (Theatre & Walls)