A Circular Walk to the Monastery of Prophet Elias (Pefkos Cross)

A 2 mile circular walk from Pefkos village to the Monastery of Prophet Elias

High above Pefkos sits a tiny monastery of Prophet Elias, adjacent to the huge cross that guards the village and shines like a beacon in the night. This walk provides a simple circular route to reach this 12th century chapel. There's quite a climb for the final ascent, but it's nothing an average fit person can't handle, and the views from the top are well worth the effort.

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Archipoli to Archangelos through the mountains

Archipoli to Archangelos

A relatively easy hike through the mountains from Archipoli to Archangelos

A trail through the mountainous area between the village of Archipoli and Archangelos. Relatively easy walking through most of the trail with spectacular views and a drink at the Mules Brew brewery to finish the walk

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Expedition to the Xetrypitis Gorge

Trek to Xetrypitis Gorge

Hike up the Makaris river bed to a spectacular river gorge

A journey of discovery to the breathtaking Xetrypitis Gorge on the Makaris river. This awe-inspiring natural wonder awaits those with a spirit of adventure. It can only be reached on foot but is well worth the effort for the intrepid adventurer.

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Monolithos to Fourni Beach

Monolithos to Fourni Beach

Extensive hike to the secluded Fourni beach

An extensive hike to Fourni Beach, taking in the coastline with spectacular views. This is a challenging walk and the return route is by road although there is supposedly a path directly back from the beach, it is certainly not easy to access.

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Monolithos Windmill

Monolithos Windmill

Easy walk to an historic windmill

A short walk to the historic windmill of Monolithos. This is a traditional Rhodian mill with a cylindrical stone tower and a distinctive timber cap with a conical roof. The windmill offers a panoramic view of the Aegean Sea and the nearby islets. It is one of the finest examples of medieval Greek technology and a symbol of the the village's and the island's rich heritage.

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Akramítis Mountain - the Easy Route

Akramítis Mountain and St Johns Chapel

A hike up the Akramítis mountain

This is probably the less demanding route to scale Mount Akramítis. The hike offers panoramic views, varying terrains, and historical sites. The return trip can take around 5 hours to cover approximately 8 km, allowing for time to admire the sites and rest.

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Monolithos to Kymissala Tower

Monolithos to Kymissala Tower

A simple to follow route to find the medieval Kymissala Tower

Kymissala Tower is a medieval fortification constructed by the Knights of St John. This impressive well preserved tower is in a small remote bay only accessible on foot. This walk starts from the village of Monolithos and is predominantly quiet road walking with some rough track and rugged footpath.

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Monolithos and its Castle

Monolithos Castle

A straight forward easy wander from Monolithos village to the castle

Monolithos Castle is one of the regular tourist destinations on Rhodes. The fort overlooks the coast and makes an ideal place to watch the sun slowly dip down into the sea at the end of the day.

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Monolithos to Siana

Monolithos to Siana

A fairly simple walk along dirt tracks and paths between Monolithos and Siana

Siana (Σιάνα) has a lot to offer the visitor including the magnificent church of Saint Panteleimonas (Αγίου Παντελεήμονα) and a museum in the former church building. This walk provides a rural route that connects Monolithos to Siana to provide a full days walking and sightseeing.

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Archangelos Castle and Church

Archangelos Castle and Church

Simple wander around the village of Archangelos

A simple and easy wander around the village of Archangelos taking in a visit to its Castle and church, both impressive structures.

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Salakos to the Summit of Profitis Ilias

Salakos to Profitis Ilias

A climb to the peak of the third highest mountain on Rhodes

This walk follows a well defined route from Salakos up to the summit of the mountain known as Profitis Ilias. The mountain side is the location of the reputed Mussolini's Villa which is now a dilapidated ruin. with outstanding views from the summit it is worth persevering over the more strenuous final climb to the top.

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