
THE MONASTERY OF HOLY TRINITY
OPENING HOURS
Summer Timetable
(April 1st to October 31st)
Opening Hours
10:00 - 16:00
Days Closed
Closed on Thursdays
Winter Timetable
(November 1st to March 31st)
Opening Hours
10:00 - 16:00
Days Closed
Closed on Thursdays
USEFUL INFOS
Access Difficulty
Includes a descending path followed by about 145 steep steps, making it the most demanding access.
Entrance Fee
In each monastery there is an entrance fee of 5 euro per person. Kids up to 12 years old don’t pay entrance fees in the monasteries.
Dress Code
Visitors must dress modestly when entering the monasteries. Women should wear knee-length skirts and tops covering the shoulders, while men must wear long trousers. Sleeveless clothing is not allowed. Wrap-around skirts are often provided at the entrance.
The Monastery of the Holy Trinity is one of the most iconic and dramatically positioned monasteries of Meteora, built on a steep and isolated rock above the town of Kalambaka. Its unique location offers breathtaking panoramic views, making it one of the most photographed landmarks in the region.
The monastery operates today as a male monastery and is known for its authenticity and sense of isolation. Access is part of the experience: visitors must follow a descending path to the base of the rock and then climb approximately 145 carved steps to reach the entrance.
Its history dates back at least to 1362, while its organized foundation took place in the 15th century and is traditionally associated with the monk Dometios (around 1488). The katholikon (main church), built in 1475–1476, is a cross-in-square church with a dome and is decorated with frescoes from 1741, created by the priest Antonios and his brother Nikolaos.
Over time, additional structures were added, including the esonarthex (1689–1692), the chapel of Saint John the Baptist (1682), carved directly into the rock near the entrance, and a small sacristy (1684). The monastery also once housed an important collection of 124 manuscripts, now preserved in the Monastery of Saint Stephen.
Visitors can also reach the highest point of the rock behind the monastery, where a stunning panoramic view of the Meteora landscape and surrounding monasteries unfolds. The monastery has gained international recognition as a filming location for "For Your Eyes Only" from the James Bond series.
Its dramatic setting, rich history, architectural significance, and peaceful atmosphere make the Monastery of the Holy Trinity one of the most unique and memorable destinations in Meteora.
OPENING HOURS
Summer Timetable
(April 1st to October 31st)
Opening Hours
10:00 to 16:00
Days Closed
Closed on Thursdays
Winter Timetable
(November 1st to March 31st)
Opening Hours
10:00 - 16:00
Days Closed
Closed on Thursdays
USEFUL INFOS
Access Difficulty
Includes a descending path followed by about 145 steep steps, making it the most demanding access.
Entrance Fee
In each monastery there is an entrance fee of 5 euro per person. Kids up to 12 years old don’t pay entrance fees in the monasteries.
Dress Code
Visitors must dress modestly when entering the monasteries. Women should wear knee-length skirts and tops covering the shoulders, while men must wear long trousers. Sleeveless clothing is not allowed. Wrap-around skirts are often provided at the entrance.
