The walk starts and ends in Potamos. Easy to park your car.
From Potamos to Paleochora
A circular walk on the island of Kythira, Greece, from Potamos to Paleochora. This is the former Byzantine capital of Kythira, also known as the Castle of Agios Dimitrios, built between two gorges.
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 5.56 mi -
Average duration: 3h 10 -
Difficulty: Moderate -
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Back to start: Yes -
Ascent: + 666 ft -
Descent: - 692 ft -
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Highest point: 1,138 ft -
Lowest point: 577 ft
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Country:
Greece
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Start/End: N 36.299682° / E 22.96208° -
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Description of the walk
Waypoints
- S/E : mi 0 - alt. 1,138 ft - Potamos
- 1 : mi 2.57 - alt. 617 ft - Paleochora
- S/E : mi 5.56 - alt. 1,138 ft - Potamos
Worth a visit
Potamos is the most authentic and lively village on Kythira. Its bustling centre, dotted with shops, cafés and small boutiques, gives it a warm and friendly atmosphere. The hike takes you to the extraordinary site of Paleochora. This is the ancient Byzantine capital of Kythira, also known as the Castle of Agios Dimitrios, built inthe 12th century between two gorges on the island’s east coast at an altitude of 200 metres.
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