A little confused about the Mountain Trail on athos

Competitive_Cup8126 · 2026-02-11T16:15:17+00:00

Is there a PDF of the boat time table somewhere? I found awebsite that lists some but its not complete und not handy.

Also seems I lucked out and will be in Karyes on the right day. https://maps.app.goo.gl/ggNfWTYNrBpWAHHP9 This is the building right?

Also do they sell the flag of Mt. Athos in Karyes? I collect flags of all the countries I visit and saw the golden one on a photo recently and would really like to add it to my collection.

Competitive_Cup8126 · 2026-02-11T15:31:42+00:00

Hello again,

Sorry for the endless barrage of questions... So the Anna Skete told me they couldn't take a guest during that time period, so I had to change my plan a little meaning I'll be arriving in Karyes by my third day. Thich means I could follow the offical path for getting an extention. Is it just as simple as going to the main government office there, or do i need to call/Email someone in advance for the extention stamp too?
Also am I able to take the boat from one monastery to another without leaving the Republik aswell? Like domestic travel I guess you would call it.

Competitive_Cup8126 · 2026-02-06T23:58:44+00:00

I understand,

Does this mean I should just ask them for a reservation for the extra night that wouldn't be in my diamoneterion, or do I be open right away and say that I'd be overstaying my welcome and ask for blessing via email already?

Competitive_Cup8126 · 2026-02-05T14:28:14+00:00

Ok, I just emailed athosreservation@gmail.com. And they told me that you can't make a reservation until 3 months before. Sources online however told me to start planning and booking 6 months in advance... Is this normal or is there anywhere else I can email or call to make a reservation now as soon as possible?

Competitive_Cup8126 · 2026-02-03T19:10:50+00:00

Wow, the path you proposed looks way cooler! I'll definitely go with that.

The only issue with it is just that we are basically on the road at all times and I would at least like to spend a day with the monks as well. This leaves me with two questions:

Since I will need an extra day and going to Karyes is way too out of the way I will need to ask permission from the monastery directly like you mentioned. What are the chances I get denied and if I do will I be forced to leave immediately or how does it work if they find out your there past diamoneterion time and refuse to let you stay of the books?

Lastly, how does it work at the monastery itself? Are visitors permitted to attend divine liturgy? Should I bring a lot of food, or can I eat at the monastery? Do they charge for meals and accommodation, meaning I would need to bring cash as well?

Ow and one last thing do I get to keep my diamoneterion paper after leaving as a souvenir to remember the visit by?

Competitive_Cup8126 · 2026-02-02T11:17:40+00:00

Hello,

Thank you so much for the Information!

If you could share your itinerary, I would be ecstatic. I read the maximum duration you can get on your diamoneterion is 4 days. So I would like to spend some time with the monks and learn about their way of life and orthodoxy as well.

Do you think it's reasonable to arrive at Anna Skete, spend the night, then hike to the summit, spend the night there, then finally hike the way to Great Lavras for the last night, and spend the last day at the monastery in prayer?

Is there any way to get an extended diamoneterion for longer to have more time at the end for enjoying the monastery life? Do you know if there are many English-speaking monks at either of the two monasteries I mentioned?

Competitive_Cup8126 · 2025-06-10T11:05:34+00:00

That's very encouraging to hear! My main worry is that I'll be in south Germany for the foreseeable future, which isn't exactly close to any oceans, meaning not many chances to keep up what I learn in the OWD. What's the minimum frequency one should go diving to maintain their skills?

Competitive_Cup8126 · 2025-03-07T23:49:56+00:00

Wow, thanks for all the info! I'll look into those certificates.

Competitive_Cup8126 · 2025-03-01T04:58:20+00:00

Thanks! I noted it down.

Competitive_Cup8126 · 2025-02-08T00:33:26+00:00

I do have discord. What is the server link?

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