Troodos
Discover the Majestic Trails of Troodos.
Description
The starting point is located approximately 300m up on the narrow paved road. After a 1km journey on a widened path for easy wheelchair access, the hiker reaches a crossroad with a wooden sign indicating "Mnimata Piskopon" (northwest), while the first kilometer is part of the "Kampos tou Livadiou" trail. It ends at the dirt road that connects Platanias with the church of Agios Nikolaos Stegis (12th century), which features exceptional frescoes and is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List https://whc.unesco.org/
The trail passes through clusters of black pine and follows a route near the cliffs, offering views of the Chromio River, the Solea Valley, and Morphou Bay. The trail ends at the dirt road connecting Platanias, Apotheeri, and Agios Nikolaos with three different routes leading to Agios Nikolaos Stegis in the village of Kakopetria, Platanias, and vice versa. It connects with the Kampos tou Livadiou Path and the Livadi Path.
Area:
Troodos
Length:
1.5 km
Duration:
0.5hours
Difficulty:
Type:
Circular
GPS:
Description
A route through a natural forest of black pine with a view towards the Solea Valley.
This trail winds through a lush forest of black pine and foetid juniper, home to ancient trees. A viewpoint offers vistas of Chromium River and Solea Valley. For the complete route, return from the viewpoint for about 100 meters, then follow the right path as indicated. Tree logging ceased in 1972, prioritizing biodiversity, water resources, and landscape preservation. Enjoy the picnic site with drinking water and visit the Troodos Visitor Centre for insights into the local environment.
Area:
Troodos
Length:
4km
Duration:
1.5hours
Difficulty:
Type:
Linear
GPS:
Description
Starting from the side of Troodos Square, the trail passes through dense forests and follows along the course of Kryos Potamos, which has a permanent flow of water. It passes by the Kaledonia waterfalls and ends at Psilo Dentro in Upper Platres. From starting point (a) to the Kalidonia waterfalls, it is part of the European Path E4.
Area:
Troodos
Length:
4km
Duration:
1hour
Difficulty:
Type:
Linear
GPS:
Description
Rich vegetation, where the hiker passes through a dense forest of black pine for the first 2km, and excellent views from the endpoint at the location Makria Kontarka. The trail can be combined with the Pouziaris and Kaledonia trails. Approximately 500 meters before the endpoint, the trail intersects with the forest road that leads from Troodos Square to Kryo Potami. It is part of the European Path E4.
Area:
Troodos
Length:
14km
Duration:
4hours
Difficulty:
Type:
Circular
GPS:
Description
The trail follows a path around Chionistra at an altitude of 1700-1750m, passing through dense clusters of black pine and Troodos juniper. There is one of the largest juniper trees, approximately 800 years old. It offers excellent views in general of the island's regions. Of particular interest is the entrance to a gallery for chromium mining that has been out of operation since 1982.
The trail ends on the Troodos - Prodromos road after 9km. To continue, one must cross the main road and walk approximately 200m on the Chromio Houses forest road towards Agios Nikolaos Stegis. There is a wooden signpost indicating the direction of the trail. From there, the trail continues with a route roughly parallel to the main road and ends at Troodos Square. There is a drinking water fountain 3km from the starting point. Its course is parallel to the Artemis Trail, and at points where the routes approach each other, they can be combined with hiking on the Artemis Trail.