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Ano DolianaΆνω Δολιανά
Go for one night, two at most: a stone village at 950–1,050 m on the Parnon slopes, 2.5–3 h from Athens by car. No car, no trip.
Ano Doliana is a protected stone settlement of about 80 residents on the northern slopes of Mount Parnon in Arcadia, built between 950 and 1,050 m. It is a weekend and summer-house village, not a resort: tavernas, guesthouses, a small war museum, fountains and marked trails. The E4 long-distance path crosses it, and the Parnon Trail starts near here. Come for one night of village food and a half-day walk, or two nights if you want the winery, the quarry and a longer hike. You need your own car.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- May–Jun, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot, village quiet midweek), Dec–Mar (snow and ice on the road)
- Airport
- ATH
- Nights
- 1–2
Rules in force · 10Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…Mine-suspected land still exists in Bosnia and Herzegovin…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
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- Balkans ↗Mine-suspected land still exists in Bosnia and Herzegovina and in pockets of Croatia's former front line: outside towns keep to tarmac and waymarked paths, and treat red triangle signs and taped-off fields as absolute.
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- Greece ↗Taking stones, pottery or other objects from archaeological sites is illegal; so is exporting antiquities without a permit.
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- Greece ↗Acropolis tickets are sold for one-hour entry slots on the official Hellenic Heritage site (hhticket.gr); in peak season slots sell out days ahead, and you cannot enter outside your hour.
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Ano Doliana112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ano Doliana, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR).Greece-wide
- SIM or eSIMCosmote, Vodafone and Nova sell prepaid SIMs in their shops and at the airport; a passport is needed to register.Greece-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe in Athens, Thessaloniki and most of the mainland.Greece-wide
- TippingTaverna or restaurant: 5–10% in cash on the table; not expected at gyros shops.Greece-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Greece-wide
- SafetyVery safe for tourists: the real risks are the mountain road, ice in winter and getting lost on trails without offline maps.
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- RestroomsUse cafés (buy something), museums and sites.Greece-wide
- Emergency numbers112 European emergency number · 100 police · 166 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysArchaeological sites run shorter winter hours (often 08:00–15:00 or 17:00) and longer summer hours; they close on 1 January, 25 March, Easter Sunday…Archaeological sites run shorter winter hours (often 8:00 AM–3:00 PM or 5:00 PM) and longer summer hours; they close on 1 January, 25 March, Easter Sunday…Greece-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportATH Athens Eleftherios Venizelos (Rent a car at the airport; 2.5–3 h drive via the E65 to Tripoli…
- Getting aroundA car is required.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeGreek coffee€2–3.50 (≈ US$3–5)
- Museum or sight ticketMuseum entrycheck current hoursFree
- Budget bedForest chalet (Dasiko Horio), a night, per room€100 (≈ US$120)
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse double room, a night, per room€90 (≈ US$110)
- High-end bedGuesthouse double room, a night, per room€140 (≈ US$170)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €45 (≈ US$55) · Mid €80 (≈ US$95) · High €150 (≈ US$180)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- ATH Athens Eleftherios Venizelos (Rent a car at the airport; 2.5–3 h drive via the E65 to Tripoli, then the Tripoli–Sparta road and the Doliana turn-off.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Feb
Avoid
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Mar
Avoid
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Apr
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
May
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jun
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jul
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Oct
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Nov
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Dec
Avoid
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Best: May–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug, Dec–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C) low), wettest Dec (13 rain days), driest Jul (3). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ano Doliana: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
12 rd
Feb
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
11 rd
Mar
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
10 rd
Apr
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
May
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
7 rd
Jun
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
3 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
3 rd
Sep
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5 rd
Oct
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
8 rd
Nov
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
11 rd
Dec
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
13 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
A car is required. The village itself is walkable in 15 minutes end to end, but the quarry, Kouvlis, Dragouni and the trailheads are 3–5 km apart on narrow roads. No local bus service to the village; taxis come from Tripoli or Astros and are expensive. Fill the tank in Tripoli or Astros.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Tripoli
goDoor to door: About 1 h
Car via the E65 and the Tripoli–Sparta road
Market town for supplies, a plateia lunch and the archaeological museum.
Vytina
goDoor to door: 1.5–2 h
Car over the Parnon foothills via Tripoli or Kato Doliana
Mountain village with fir forest and honey; pair it with a slow lunch.
Megalopolis
cautionDoor to door: 1.5–2 h
Car south-west via Tripoli
Mostly a road junction; go only for the archaeology or as a route stop.
Valtesiniko
cautionDoor to door: About 1.5 h
Car on the Parnon roads
Small mountain village; check the road and opening times before setting out.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Village centre (main square and main road)
Guesthouses, tavernas and cafés within a few minutes on foot; best for one night without a car in the evening.
Old school / lower village
Quieter lanes and the boutique hotel in the restored 1853 school building; 5–10 min walk uphill to the square.
Kouvlis and Dragouni settlements
3–5 km (1.9–3.1 mi) out, with the winery, honey producer and two tavernas; only if you have a car.1.9–3.1 mi (3–5 km) out, with the winery, honey producer and two tavernas; only if you have a car.
Dasiko Horio (forest chalet, about 1,100 m)
Log cabins run by the forestry authority, closest to the trails; check availability and heating before booking.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €45–70 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- Mid
- €70–120 (≈ US$85–140) excl. bed
- High
- €120 (≈ US$140)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse double room1 × 1 night × €90 | €90 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × €80 | €160 |
| Rental car, one day, compact1 × €60 | €60 |
| Fuel, Athens return (about 400 km)1 × €45 | €45 |
| Motorway tolls, Athens return1 × €20 | €20 |
| Winery tasting, per person2 × €15 | €30 |
| eSIM, about a week of data2 × €10 | €20 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €43 |
| Trip total≈ €234 per person per day, bed included | €468≈ US$550 |
2026 estimate in euro; fuel and rental car excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Greek coffee | €2–3.50 (≈ US$3–5) |
| Taverna main (grill, stew, pie) | €8–15 (≈ US$10–18) |
| Village wine, carafe | €5–9 (≈ US$6–11) |
| Guesthouse double, weekend2026 estimate | €70–140 (≈ US$85–170) |
| Winery tour and tasting | €10–20 (≈ US$12–25) |
| Honey, 1 kg jar | €12–20 (≈ US$14–25) |
| Museum entrycheck current hours | Free |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No car, no trip: there is no useful bus to the village.
- Mountain weather changes fast; carry a layer even in June.
- Winter weekends bring snow and ice on the access road.
- Many tavernas and guesthouses close outside weekends and summer; call ahead.
- Cash helps in the smaller tavernas and at the honey producer.
- Phone signal is patchy on the trails; download offline maps.
Emergency numbers
- European emergency number
- 112
- Police
- 100
- Ambulance
- 166
- Fire
- 199
- Tourist police
- 1571
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Σε αυτή τη διεύθυνση, παρακαλώTo this address, please
Emergency
- European emergency number112
- Police100
- Ambulance166
- Fire199
- Tourist police1571
Embassy
No embassies in the village; the US embassy and most others are in Athens. Consulates for some countries are in Thessaloniki or Patras.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Athens airport → Ano Doliana by rental car: about 200 km (124 mi), 2.5–3 h, tolls about €10 (≈ US$12) each wayabout 124 mi (200 km), 2.5–3 h, tolls about €10 (≈ US$12) each way
- Tripoli → Ano Doliana taxi: about 30 km (19 mi); expect €40–60 (≈ US$50–70), arrange the returnabout 19 mi (30 km); expect €40–60 (≈ US$50–70), arrange the return
- Guesthouse double, one night: €70–140 (≈ US$85–170) in season
Say or show
- Γεια σας — Hello (ya sas)
- Ευχαριστώ — Thank you (efharistó)
- Τον λογαριασμό, παρακαλώ — The bill, please (ton logariasmó, parakaló)
- Είναι ανοιχτά; — Is it open? (íne anichtá)
- Πού είναι το μονοπάτι; — Where is the trail? (pu íne to monopáti)
- Έχω κράτηση — I have a reservation (ého krátisi)
Mountain village: carry cash, fuel up in Tripoli or Astros, and confirm guesthouse and taverna opening before a winter or midweek arrival.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ano Doliana. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Jun, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (hot, village quiet midweek), Dec–Mar (snow and ice on the road) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 4 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 6 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Airport-to-bed contract for ATH: rental-car pickup, E65 tolls, last fuel stop in Tripoli, arrival after dark.
- Four walking clusters with rescue anchors: main square, old school, quarry and chapel loop, Kouvlis and Dragouni.
- Place pages with verified hours (museum, quarry, winery by appointment) and eat pages with last orders.
- Winter and shoulder-season fixtures so gates A–D can go green.
Sources
- officialVisit Greece — Arcadia
- officialTselepos Winery
- officialRun Doliana
- secondaryWikivoyage: Ano Doliana, revision 5336178 (CC BY-SA 4.0)