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Epirus
Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ιωαννίνων

Astraka Hut – Drakolimni of Tymfi loop from Πάπιγκο

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Greece
Epirus
Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ιωαννίνων

Astraka Hut – Drakolimni of Tymfi loop from Πάπιγκο

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5.0

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367

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Astraka Hut – Drakolimni of Tymfi loop from Πάπιγκο

08:31

18.1km

1,360m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very 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

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 6.08 km for 17 m

After 12.1 km for 17 m

Waypoints

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1.94 km

Potable Water Fountain at Pindus National Park Shelter

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Water also in August 2021. Shade under a roof.

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2.99 km

Shelter in Pindus National Park

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no water

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3.07 km

View of Mikro Papingo

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The climb is worthwhile for interesting views back to the valley and the villages.

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6.08 km

Astraka Hut

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Mountain hut on a saddle with a fantastic view. Overnight and management. Taking off your shoes is also a must for eating ;-)

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6.97 km

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8.83 km

Drakolimni Lake

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Have a look in the water for salamanders!

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8.92 km

Drakolimni of Tymfi

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Drakolimni is the name of several alpine or sub-alpine lakes in the Epirus region of northwestern Greece: those in Mount Tymfi (Astraka) and Smolikas are the most famous. According to …

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17.2 km

Avragonia Fountain

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Water source, in October 2019 with water

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18.1 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.0 km

3.55 km

549 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.4 km

5.09 km

437 m

112 m

< 100 m

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Monday 24 August

33°C

16°C

3 %

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Comments

September 12, 2023,Astraka mountain hut and Drakolimni lake
A fantastic but long climb to this mountain hut where we spent the night. Wonderful in the middle of nowhere

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November 10, 2024,Day 64 - Dragon Lake
A spontaneous trip to Dragon Lake made Sunday an unforgettable adventure.

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September 30, 2021,🇬🇷Pindosgebirge: Astrakahütte und Drachensee
On the last day of our multi-day hike, we climbed from Papingo to the Astrakahütte. The ascent was not particularly steep but with about 1100hm (for us) it was quite exhausting. There were wonderful views back into the valley towards Papingo.
After a refreshment at the hut, we had enough energy again to complete the rest of the way to …

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June 11, 2024,1.Tag. Zagoria Trek. Papigo zur Astrahütte Dragon See
We started with a very good breakfast.
We walked through the village, no idea how many nice little cafes there are in this place.
After about 3 km we passed beautiful natural pools.
By chance, when we stopped for a photo, our supply truck (5 horses) passed by, fully packed.

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June 13, 2022,Von Mikro Papingo zum Drachensee (Drakolimini) über Berghütte Astraka (Pindos-Gebirge Nordgriechenland)
Of course, 1370 meters uphill is exhausting, but the path is rarely steep and runs well, so that you don't feel that extreme. Of course, this is not an easy tour. The landscape above the tree line is barren but attractive, and the many beautiful mountain flowers are particularly inspiring. Little newts, the "little dragons", live in the Drachensee. At …

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April 18, 2025,Greece - Drakolimni from Μικρό Πάπιγκο (Micro Papigko): are you in Patagonia? a taste of Papigonia!
It is one of the most beautiful hike done in this area. Beside the great panorama, in the area is possible to spot many wild horses: one of the largest european population. The hike to the refugee allow to cross huge gineper trees (Gineprus foetida?). The lakes are full of toads and tritons in spring.
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