Profitis Ilias Monastery
Μονή Προφήτη Ηλία
A Byzantine monastery on the summit of Sifnos's highest peak, with views over the whole island and the neighbouring Cyclades.
Profitis Ilias Monastery was built in the 8th century on the island's highest summit, at about 682 m. It looks like a small fortress. The climb from a trail near Apollonia takes about 1.5 to 2 hours, and the slope is steep and unshaded. The summit offers excellent views of Milos, Serifos, Paros and other neighbouring islands. The monastery is not always open, so bring plenty of water and sun protection.
Opening hours
Open all day (monastery opening hours vary)
Nearby sights
- Apollonia
- Aspros Pyrgos (White Tower)
- Acropolis of Agios Andreas
- Artemonas
- Kamares
- Vathi
- Panagia Poulati
- Archaeological Museum of Sifnos