Avakas Gorge Trailhead – Avakas Gorge loop from Εθνικό Πάρκο Ακάμαντα

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Avakas Gorge Trailhead – Avakas Gorge loop from Εθνικό Πάρκο Ακάμαντα

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Avakas Gorge Trailhead – Avakas Gorge loop from Εθνικό Πάρκο Ακάμαντα

04:54

16.0km

410m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 4.19 km for 764 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

894 m

Meletis State Forest

Forest

1.88 km

Church of Saint Matrona

Highlight • Religious Site

3.35 km

Avakas Gorge Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

The hike starts here. There is a parking and rest area with shade and toilet. An all-terrain car is recommended, otherwise park the car below Viklari and walk about 500 meters.

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3.57 km

800-Year-Old Olive Tree Stump

Highlight • Natural Monument

Impressive trunk of an 800 year old olive tree

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3.97 km

Avakas Gorge

Highlight (Segment) • Gorge

The entire gorge is a highlight and highly recommended. Guided hikes with transfers are offered.

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6.10 km

Bench With a View of Avakas Gorge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice view. There is a bench under the tree where you can rest.

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6.49 km

View of the Gorge

Highlight • Viewpoint

An unmarked viewpoint with a magnificent view of the gorge is located on the right.
Highly recommended detour!

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16.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.92 km

3.27 km

2.07 km

1.43 km

356 m

Surfaces

5.40 km

5.37 km

3.11 km

1.92 km

230 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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Avakas Gorge Trailhead – Avakas Gorge loop from Εθνικό Πάρκο Ακάμαντα

Church of Saint Matrona

Avakas Gorge Trailhead

800-Year-Old Olive Tree Stump

Avakas Gorge

Bench With a View of Avakas Gorge

View of the Gorge

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