Skiing the Troodos Mountains in Cyprus 2025

Cyprus is not only about activities under the sun, as it also hides snowy hills right in the center of the island

Best time: January–February

For many tourists, Cyprus is a country of sunbathing and swimming in beautiful lagoons, but it is also a great destination if you want to take a walk or ride a bike among snowy hills.

Best time for Skiing in the Troodos Mountains of Cyprus

In Cyprus, the period from January until the end of March is ideal for skiing in the Troodos Mountains because this is when there is sufficient snowfall. During this time, the temperature drops significantly, making it an optimal time for skiing and other winter activities. Before planning your visit, you should check the snow conditions to ensure they are suitable.

Mount Olympus Slopes

Surprisingly, Troodos Massif, which is located in the center of the island, and its highest peaks, have been covered with snow for several months. The highest peak of the Troodos range is Mount Olympus. It hosts four ski slopes, namely Sun Valley, North Face, Hermes, and Hera, and biking trails.

These slopes are designed to fit the needs of both beginner and advanced skiers. In addition, ski lessons and gear rentals are available. You can conveniently access the region by car or bus, and numerous ski resorts and hotels are located in the vicinity.

If you are confident in your strength, it is worth trying the Artemis or Atalante trails. They are 4.3 and 7.4 miles (7 and 12 km) in length, respectively, but the average shift of the height makes this trek fairly difficult. Both of these trails are circular routes underneath Mount Olympus, and they both provide you with fresh pine-scented air, lonely monasteries, and villages.

Ski Lifts

Mount Olympus has five ski lifts: one 3-person chairlift (fixed-grip), two T-bars, and one rope tow/baby lift with a low rope tow. A Chairlift on the FIS homologated slope of Zeus (1,246 feet or 380 meters); an 859-feet (262 meters) T-bar type ski lift on the Hera slope; a 410-feet (125 meters) T-bar ski-lift on the Sun Valley area leading to the Aphrodite slope; a 459-feet (140 meters) T-bar ski lift on Sun Valley leading to the Hermes slope. The ski lifts run from 9 am.

Ski Pass Prices

Day ticket at Mount Olympos costs €25 per adult.

Location

Mount Olympus is located just 1.2 miles (2 kilometers) from the Troodos mountain resort, 12 km from the Platres mountain resort, and about an hour’s drive from the seaside town of Limassol and the capital city, Nicosia. This central location makes it easily accessible for visitors who want to enjoy both the mountain and coastal experiences in Cyprus.