HIKING/WALKING IN IKARIA
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Ikaria is of special interest to nature loving hikers & walkers of all ages and abilities.
For thousands of years people have been traversing the myriad mountain paths of Ikaria. In former times
these paths or "monopatia", made up a transportation web that connected Ikaria's farflung villages with the people's farming and commercial activities in the mountains and at the sea.
Today, through a combination of continued use and local preservation efforts, many paths are still in operation and able to be enjoyed by visiting hikers/walkers.
Your stay in Ikaria would be incomplete without making a trip on a "monopati", a worthy holiday experience that connects Ikaria's history, culture and unique nature.
Visitors to Ikaria interested in hiking/walking have several options available to them for discovering Ikaria's "monopatia".
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"The Round of Rahes On Foot" is a self-guided scenic walking tour situated in the village region of Christos-Raches in Ikaria's north-northwestern area. The word "Rahes," which means "hillsides", is descriptive of the region which comprises a plateau and mountain area of hundreds of square kilometers, an area characterized by exceptional landscapes and wild beauty.
The trail's distance is approximately 25km and spans an altitude from 0 to 500m through bush, forest and farmland, on ancient paths and trails, stone-paved mule tracks and dirt roads, all well-marked to connect safely to each other and form a great circular walking trip.
"The Round of Rahes On Foot" is an eco-tourist project financed by Local Associations and supported by the Rahes Municipality on the advice of the best mountain tour guide of Ikaria. The official "Guide Map", for sale throughout Ikaria, is an essential descriptive companion to the trail. Be sure to purchase one before you set off. For more information contact Mr. Angelos Calokerinos tel.30-275-41308, Raches,Ikaria.
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| Glaros Tours, located in Agios Kirikos & Armensistis, sponsors organized and guided hiking trips in Ikaria from May-October for those seeking an accompanied Ikarian hiking experience. Glaros Tours hiking trips include traditional meals with local wine, and
cultural, environmental and historic insights are provided
during hiking by the resident Ikarian guides. See a sample itinerary |
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