Highlights

Menalon Trail, located in Arcadia of central Peloponnese is the first certified trail in Greece by the European Ramblers Association (ERA). The area is not just mountainous but it is also characterized by a rugged relief composed of continuous valleys, deep gorges, big plateaus and bare peaks. Part of Menalon trail is the famous and very popular hike from Stemnitsa to Dimitsana comprising some of the best features of the area.

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Description

Our trip starts from Stemnitsa the village of goldsmiths to Dimitsana the village of watermills. These are two of the most important settlements in the Peloponnese and two of the most picturesque of Greece. Both excellent examples of traditional stone architecture, dominant in every public building, dwellings and churches and in the village cobble paths. We walk into a versatile environment encountering the Byzantine Monasteries of Prodromos and Philosophos dating to 963 A.D. literally hanging off the cliffs. We discover old hermitages, watermills and water springs while crossing the imposing gorge of Lousios the river where mythical god Zeus had his first bath. We end our journey at the Open-Air Water Power Museum in Dimitsana, a place highlighting the importance of water power in traditional society.

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Itinerary

Meeting time: 9:30 a.m.
Meeting point: Stemnitsa.
Duration: 6 hours including breaks
Difficulty: Easy, some challenging parts
Suitability: Family friendly, Group friendly, Couples, Seniors, Youth, Kids over 10 years old

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What's included

Local mountain guide
Tour planning
Picnic with local products
Photographs from the tour
Transfer from the finish point to starting point
Liability insurance
All taxes

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Not included

Transfer to meeting point
Tip or gratuity

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Additional information

There is a minimum of 4 participants for the implementation of this outdoor activity.
We reserve the right to modify or cancel any outdoor activity due to bad weather or any other reason beyond our control.
Private trips available.
Discounts available for families and kids.
Hotel pick up / drop off upon request.

What to bring with you:

Bottle of water
Hat
Sun screen
Hiking shoes or trainers (Open shoes, sandals or flip-flops are unsuitable)
Hiking backpack (if available)

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Cancelation Policy

If you cancel your booking 48 hours or more before the starting time of your activity you will be fully refunded.

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Meeting Point

Stemnitsa

Stemnitsa 220 07, Greece

About the provider

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