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How to Hike Mt Zas, Naxos: The Highest Peak in the Cyclades

At 1,003 metres, Mt Zas is the highest peak in the Cyclades and the mountain where Zeus was supposedly raised. We hiked it for sunset on a local's recommendation and it became one of the best things we did in a month on Naxos. Here's everything you need to know: both routes, the Zas Cave, what to pack and when to go.

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15+ Incredible Things to do on Naxos, Greece

We came for a few days and stayed for a month. In that time, we covered every corner of the island - the mountain villages, the beaches, the hiking trails, the food and the places most visitors never find. This is our complete guide to the best things to do on Naxos.

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