Lepetymnos, the highest mountain of Lesvos, is the largest volcano of the island. Its high peaks, Prophet Elias and Vigla are two large volcanic structures that were created 17 million years ago, when thick lava erupted in the center of the great caldera of Northern Lesvos.
The volcanic history of Lepetymnos is particularly long. Volcanic activity in the area began 22 million years ago and slowly through successive volcanic eruptions and magma effusions a large stratovolcano was created. 18 million years ago a huge eruption destroyed the volcanic cone and in its place created a large volcanic caldera, which stretches from Molyvos to the area of Petsofas in Kalloni.
The volcanic activity continued, and inside the large caldera the two volcanic buildings of Prophet Elias and Vigla were created, with an altitude of 938 and 968 meters, respectively.In Lepetymnos, in addition to rich geodiversity, we find a special ecosystem characterized by rich biodiversity. A special feature is the presence of impressive wild horses that live freely on the slopes of the volcano.
