Haraki to Kalathos

A 5.5 mile walk along the Rhodes coast from Haraki to Kalathos

Although short, this is a good afternoons walk along the beach around the bay between the two villages of Haraki and Kalathos. Once out of Haraki the beach becomes deserted of people with the barren land dotted with olive trees on one side and the deep blue sea on the other. The beach is shingle and can become heavy going but for some of the distance there is a dirt track just beyond the beach which makes for easier walking. Take it easy, with stops to dip ones feet in the sea and this makes a relaxing introduction to Rhodes walking.

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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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