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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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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Archangelos to Haraki Coast Walk

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.

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Archanglos to Stegna and beyond to Tsambika

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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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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Exploring Pefkos Peninsular

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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Afandou to Kolympia via Paramythia Monastery

A country ramble to take in the Paramythia Monastery

A simple and easy ramble to visit the working Paramythia Monastery. The route takes tracks across country from the village of Afandou to the road that leads up to the monastery that nestles in the low hills. One will not be disappointed by this richly decorated monastery and one can take the serenity and peacefulness to rest before the final stretch to the crossroads at Kolympia, having to cross the dry river bed of the Loutanis river where the extensive nine arched bridge has been washed away in recent years.

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Holy Cross and Moni Ipseni Circular Walk

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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In Search of the Lardos Waterfalls

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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Lardos Short River Walk

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.

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Lindos Mountain Trail

A walk through the mountains that form the backdrop to Lindos

Although this trail is more challenging than many of the walks on this website, the reward is the amazing views. From the highest point of the path, broad vistas can be seen taking in the whole of Navarone Bay from Pefkos to Lindos. The trail then leads through the valley between the Marmari and Zara mountains where the boulders are larger than the trees. The route leads down to the beach before returning to Lindos taking in a cliff chapel along the way, set in a cave in the hills above Vlicha Beach.

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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 Kleoboulos' Tomb

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.

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Lardos to Moni Ipseni and onto Glystra Beach

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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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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Discovering the Chapels of Lardos

A simple wander around Lardos village and the countryside beyond

This simple little stroll negotiates a route around Lardos visiting its numerous chapels. This includes following the track out to the chapel of Saint Seraphin which is located in the countryside to the north west of the village. Also included are the chapels of St Symeon, Saint Savvas and The holy Temple of the Brigadiers which, if nothing else, is the best dedication that one can ever come by. A great way to pass a couple of hours exploring

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Lardos Circular Walk

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.

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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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Kalathos to Lardos via the Mycenaean Cemetery

A walk from Kalathos to discover the Mycenaean Cemetery

This walk goes in search of the Mycenaean Cemetery that is located to the north of the village of Pylona. Six tombs were discovered in this area during construction and cultivation of the slopes of the hills above the village. The tombs are over 3000 years old and although all artefacts have been removed to a Archaeology Museum in Rhodes, it is worth the effort to connect back with some ancient history of the island, when the Mycenaean culture thrived. Even today traditions and customs can be dated back to such prehistoric times.

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