Expedition to the Gadoura Dam and Reservoir

A circular route through the hills between the Holy Cross church and Moni Ipseni

This walk leads in to the wild yonder to make a circular route between the Holy Cross church and Moni Ipseni. The starting point is in the hills but this specific route is detailed from the nearest transport hub at the village of Lardos. This is a beautiful wander through the hills, exploring the natural history of the island.

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Walk to the Malona Waterfall

A 7 mile walk from Malona through the river valley to a waterfall

Although this waterfall is dry for many months of the year, the expedition is worth the effort to witness the calcification of the surrounding rocks and trees. This walk also passes the monastery of Moni Eleomonitria and provides some amazing scenery through the river valley

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Archangelos to Haraki, the easy route

A fairly easy walk to navigate even without a navigation app to give a flavour of rural Rhodes

Using well defined tracks and roads this walk allows even the causal explorer to see something of the wilder side of rural Rhodes. The route follows the coastline and being at some 150m provides great coastal views. The end of this walk is at Masari village, or alternatively one can terminate the walk at Haraki, reducing the distance by 3km.

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Masari River Valley Circular Walk

A circular walk following the river valleys around Masari

A walk of exploration into rural Rhodes that is not too arduous, this route follows the river valleys around Masari to make a 7 mile circular route. Some lush Rhodes countryside and great views that is not too strenuous and fairly easy to navigate.

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Haraki and Feraklos Castle

A climb from Haraki beach to Feraklos Castle

Feraklos castle stands guard above the village of Haraki. The castle is in ruins but is extensive in size. It is a rough scramble to get into the castle walls but worth the effort in order to admire this site which is the size of a small village. There is an information board in Heraki that details the history and archaeology of the area.

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Walk to Masari Mountain Chapel

A walk to the chapel on the summit of the mountain to the immediate north east of Masari

This is not a clamber up the sides of a scrub and rocky mountain, but follows a track that curves around the mountain which looms behind Masari village. At the summit is a small chapel where a deserved rest can be taken before returning along the same route. Do not be taken in that this is easy. With little in the way of shade, this is a tough climb in the heat. Take plenty of water and do not attempt in the heat of summer.

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Massari to Lardos through the hills

A 14.5km walk through the hills between Massari and Lardos

This walk goes in search of the Moni Panagia Tryfenniatisa Massaron monastry that is located in the hills between Massari and Lardos. The effort is well rewarded with a wander through a river gorge, the 16th century chapel and spectacular views.

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In Search of the Cave Chapel of Agathi Beach

An easy 5 mile walk around Haraki and Agathi Beach

The simple and easy walk leads across the flat landscape around Haraki to go in search of a Cave Chapel that exists at the end of Agathi Beach. This historic cavern dates from at least the medieval period and is a treasure to behold. Along the way there are other chapels and features to inspire ones curiosity.

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Lardos to Pylona and Kalathos

A 5 mile walk using tracks and roads to visit the village of Pylona

Pylona is a typical Greek village sitting in the hills behind the Mamari mountains. Unspoilt by tourism, this offers an insight into the quiet and tranquil way of life that is associated with the island. The village has a magnificent church and there are some dramatic views of the coastline as one descends back down to Kalathos

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