Troodos, Marathasa & Solea · Limassol district
Prodromos Πρόδρομος
The highest village in Cyprus, with snow in winter and cool summers
At about 1,380 metres, Prodromos is the highest village on the island: a base for the Troodos ski slopes in winter and nature trails in summer, with the haunting ruins of the Berengaria Hotel.
Why visit Prodromos
- Snow on the doorstep and the Mount Olympus ski slopes close by
- Cool mountain air and trails in summer
- The abandoned 1930s Berengaria Hotel
Troodos, Marathasa & Solea, Limassol district
1380 metres
Limassol, about 36 km as the crow flies
January–March for snow; June–September for cool walks.
Mountain apples and cherries, Taverna grills
A few buses a day
About the village Prodromos
Prodromos is named after John the Baptist, called Prodromos (the Forerunner) in the Orthodox tradition. Snow can lie a metre deep and cover the village for weeks, and the Troodos ski centre is a short drive away.
Only about 120 people live here all year, but summer houses fill up in July and August. Hikers stop for lunch or coffee in its tavernas after the nature trails, and there is a campsite, Kambi tou Kalogerou, nearby.
Prodromos in pictures
Things to do in Prodromos
Ski and snow play
The Mount Olympus slopes are a short drive away in winter.
Nature trails
Troodos forest trails start a short drive from the village.
Berengaria Hotel
View the famous abandoned grand hotel from outside.
Festivals and events in Prodromos
Prodromos has no major annual festival listed. As in every Cypriot village, Easter week and the feast day of the village church bring services, processions and gatherings in the square. See the village festival calendar for events nearby.
Getting to Prodromos
A few buses a day
On a typical weekday (Monday, 12 October 2026) about 22 bus trips in both directions stop within 800 m of the village, on these lines:
- Limassol Buses (EMEL): lines 62AA, 62B, 62E
- Nicosia Public Transport: line 81
Rural services are often timed for school and work, so check the return times before you set off.
Check the bus from your hotelDirections to Prodromos (opens Google Maps in a new tab)Car, taxi or tour
Village roads are narrow and winding, but a hire car or taxi lets you combine several villages in a day. Day tours to the Troodos and wine villages leave from the main resorts.
Day trips that visit Prodromos
No car? These tours stop in Prodromos, with pickup from the coast. Booking links are affiliate links; details.
From Paphos · 8 hours
Troodos, Omodos & Kykkos Monastery day tour
Wine village, Cyprus’ richest monastery and Makarios’ mountain tomb in one day
€55 per adult (children €45)
From Limassol · 8.5 hours
Private Troodos & Kykkos tour with Aphrodite’s Rock
Omodos, Kykkos and Throni at your own pace, with sunset at Aphrodite’s Rock
€365 per private group of up to 6
Villages near Prodromos
Pedoulas2 km away · Cherry orchards and a UNESCO painted church in the Marathasa valley
Lemythou2 km away · A high amphitheatre village 8 km from the ski slopes
Moutoullas4 km away · A tiny Marathasa village with a UNESCO church from about 1280
Treis Elies4 km away · A tiny valley village of wooden-roofed chapels and Venetian bridgesKeep exploring
Prodromos: questions
Why visit Prodromos?
Snow on the doorstep and the Mount Olympus ski slopes close by. Cool mountain air and trails in summer. The abandoned 1930s Berengaria Hotel.
What is there to do in Prodromos?
Ski and snow play: The Mount Olympus slopes are a short drive away in winter. Nature trails: Troodos forest trails start a short drive from the village. Berengaria Hotel: View the famous abandoned grand hotel from outside.
When is the festival in Prodromos?
Prodromos has no major annual festival listed. Easter and the village saint’s day are the liveliest times.
Can you get to Prodromos by bus?
Yes, but only a few buses a day on weekdays: Limassol Buses (EMEL) 62AA, 62B, 62E; Nicosia Public Transport 81. Check the timetable before you travel.
Sources
Information checked on 2026-10-10. Bus lines come from the official Motion GTFS timetables. Opening hours and festival dates change, so confirm before you go.
Wikipedia: Prodromos ↗