Mount Ossa (Greek: Όσσα), alternatively Kissavos (Κίσσαβος), is a mountain in the Larissa regional unit, in Thessaly, Greece. It is 1,978 metres (6,490 ft) high and is located between Pelion to the south and Olympus to the north, separated from the latter by the Vale of Tempe.

Rising from a broad, steep-sided plateau to a pyramidal peak of 6,489 feet (1,978 m), the mountain is noted in mythology for the attempt of the Aloads, sons of the sea god Poseidon, to climb to heaven by placing Ossa on Olympus and the Pelion (Pílios) Mountains on Ossa.

Aug 17, 2016 · It's a great place to soak up the views of Mount Olympus, Pelion, Vasilitsa and the endless blue sea. The hike itself is not a difficult one, with great visibility and several approach routes. Going from the mountain refuge (Katafigio), it …

Apr 6, 2024 · Untouched by the waves of mass tourism, Mount Ossa generously offers the magic of its peaks to those who want to see at the same time the blue of the Aegean Sea, wet grey clouds and green slopes. Unique obstacle? The unpredictable Mount Ossa weather can make the climb to the top quite a feat.

Mount Ossa, also known as Kissavos, is a majestic mountain located in central Greece, standing between the famous Mount Olympus and Mount Pelion. While it may not be as well-known as its neighboring peaks, Mount Ossa holds its own with its stunning landscapes, rich wildlife, and intriguing mythological past.

Mount Kissavos (1,978m) [“Ορος Κισσαβος”] also called “Ossa” is located on the Easter boundary of the Thessaly plain across the city of Larisa and separates it from the sea. It is the second highest among the Ultra summits of Thessaly, Olympus (2,917m) and Pileon (1,624m).

Aug 19, 2024 · Mount Ossa, also known as Kissavos, is a mountain in central Greece, located in the region of Thessaly. It lies between Mount Olympus to the north and Mount Pelion to the south, with the Aegean Sea to the east. The mountain’s highest peak reaches 1,978 meters (6490 feet).

Nov 27, 2023 · Kissavos ( Mount Ossa) has a hidden beauty that awaits the visitor to explore. A mountain full of dense forests of chestnut, beech and pine trees, canyons and streams on slopes carved from forest roads and paths. Kissavos is known to us as the mountain that is opposite of Mt Olympus in Greece.

Hiking on Mt. Kissavos (Ossa). Route: “To the main summit of Mt. Ossa by the southwest side”. We meet at the village of Spilia and the walk starts from here. The route progresses on the south west slopes of the mountain. It starts at 850m and finishes at …

Mount Ossa, also known as Kissavos, is a prominent massif in the Thessaly region of Greece. Standing at 1,978 meters, its highest peak is Kostas Palamiotis (formerly known as Profitis... Read more