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Friday, 1 August 2025
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A 7 mile walk up to the working monastery Ipseni then onto Glystra Beach
Moni Ipseni is a working female monastery in the hills above Lardos. This really is a journey into another world and something well worth the pilgrimage. The return is along tracks through the forest which then leads down to Glystra beach. A very rewarding walk.
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Saturday, 18 November 2023
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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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Monday, 6 November 2023
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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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Saturday, 1 April 2023
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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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Saturday, 30 July 2022
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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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Friday, 8 July 2022
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A circular walk into the hills above the coast at Lothiarika Beach
You dont have to go far from a resort to experience the wildeer side of Rhodes. This walk takes a track that leads off the road between Pefkos and Lardos. You travel back in time to old farm buildings and flocks of sheep in the hills above the coast. Glorious!
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Wednesday, 1 December 2021
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A 3 mile walk from Lindos to the tomb at the tip of the opposite peninsular
A relatively easy walk out from Lindos, around the bay to the peninsular that is capped with a tomb. This is known as Kleoboulos' tomb, the 6th century BC Lindian whose statue is above Lindos, just off the main road. Kleoboulos is recognised as one of the seven sages of ancient Greece.
Distance:Short , Lindos ,
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Sunday, 21 November 2021
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A linear walk taking in the coastal section of Rhodes from Stegna to Tsambika
This coastal walk of discovery finds an accessible route from Stegna to Tsambika. This is predominantly of dirt tracks although there are some steep inclines. This has some amazing coastal scenery with plenty of opportunities for refreshment breaks at Stegna and Tsambika beach. A great walk. The ends of this linear route are linked by the regular bus service.
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Wednesday, 3 November 2021
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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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Saturday, 30 October 2021
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A circular route to the hills to the north east of Lardos
An easy walk that leads from the centre of Lardos to the edge of the hills that border the the valley where Lardos is located. A wander for wanders sake, to view the countryside, the panoramas and imbibe the essence of the wild herbs.
Distance:Easy , Lardos ,
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Sunday, 14 February 2021
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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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Sunday, 13 December 2020
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An adventurous walk into the hills above Lardos
There are waterfalls in the hills above the village of Lardos during rainy period. Although there is no documented route to find these this walk leads the way to such potential areas. There are some challenges in completing the route but nothing an experienced hiker should be incapable of. It has to be said that during times of rainfall navigating the full route may not be possible.
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Tuesday, 8 December 2020
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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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Sunday, 29 November 2020
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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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Sunday, 15 November 2020
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An easy ramble along the river out of Lardos
An easy meander into the Rhodian countryside that can be embraced by just about anyone. The route follows the river which is dry for most of the year. There are a few chapels encountered on route which will amaze the visitor in their brightly coloured frescoes. A great walk for the Rhodes novice to see more than the usual tourist entrapments.
Distance:Short , Lardos ,
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Sunday, 8 November 2020
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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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Wednesday, 4 December 2019
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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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Saturday, 16 November 2019
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A 9 mile circular walk from Kiotari to Asklipio
This walk follows a route up the river valley and then up into Asklipio and onto its castle ruins. This is a great day out and well worth the effort. Asklipio is a traditional Greek village, nestled in the hills and far from the maddening crowds.
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Wednesday, 6 November 2019
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A 6 mile walk around the Pefkos peninsular
This walk is an exploration around the peninsular that forms the backdrop to what is commonly known as Navarone Bay, or to give its correct name St Nicholas' Bay. The area is being developed and no doubt tracks and trails may change in subsequent years, making accessibility easier. For now, in 2019, it is still pretty wild and a treat to explore.
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Wednesday, 16 October 2019
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A 7.5 mile walk along the Rhodes coast from Archangelos to Haraki
A walk of discovery along the rocky coastline to Haraki. The spectacular views along this section can only be discovered by either walking or from a boat and include the magnificent rock arch that juts out into the sea. A large section of this route needs to be navigated by following cairns and red and blue markers that are painted in the rocks.
