Mount Athos, Greece

Cruise Port

Mount Athos

Mountain and peninsula in northeastern Greece.

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Overview

Mount Athos is a cruise port in Greece. It lies on the coast at approximately 40.158, 24.327.

About Mount Athos

Mount Athos is a mountain on the Athos peninsula in northeastern Greece directly on the Aegean Sea. It is an important center of Eastern Orthodox monasticism.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Mount Athos — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Mount Athos

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Mt. Athos
Athos - from NW
Athos - from NW
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A cross, walking up Athos peak
A cross, walking up Athos peak

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 18°C in Jul and coolest around -1°C in Jan (average daytime highs).

Jan
-1°
-5°
Feb
0°
-5°
Mar
0°
-5°
Apr
4°
-2°
May
9°
3°
Jun
14°
8°
Jul
18°
12°
Aug
18°
12°
Sep
13°
8°
Oct
8°
4°
Nov
5°
0°
Dec
2°
-3°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Mount Athos the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Mount Athos, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →