Mount Skopos
Όρος Σκοπός
A peak of nearly 500 m on the Vasilikos peninsula, with the ruins of an ancient monastery near the summit and views over Laganas Bay.
Mount Skopos rises to about 483 m, southeast of Zakynthos Town. Near the summit are the ruins of a Byzantine-era monastery and church dedicated to Our Lady of Skopiotissa, which hosts a pilgrimage every early May. You can drive partway up and then hike for about an hour to the top. The route passes through limestone and scrub, with wide views over Laganas Bay, Marathonisi and Zakynthos Town. The path is covered in loose gravel, so wear non-slip shoes and bring plenty of water.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Dafni Beach
- Banana Beach
- Church of Saint Dionysios
- Solomos Square
- Museum of Post-Byzantine Art of Zakynthos
- Museum of Solomos and Eminent Zakynthians
- Laganas Bay (National Marine Park of Zakynthos)
- Bochali Viewpoint