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Best trails in Pindos National Park

Best trails in Pindos National Park

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Want to find the best trails in Pindos National Park for an adventurous hike or a family trip? AllTrails has 69 great trails for hiking, backpacking, and walking and more. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Ready for your next hike or bike ride? Explore one of 4 easy hiking trails in Pindos National Park that are great for the whole family. Looking for a more strenuous hike? We've got you covered, with trails ranging from 26 to 6,417 feet in elevation gain. Whatever you have planned for the day, you can find the perfect trail for your next trip to Pindos National Park.

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#1 - Vikos Gorge Trail: North to South
4.7(308)
•Hard
•7.4 mi
•Est. 5h 6m
Vikos Gorge Trail: North to South (Φαράγγι του Βίκου: Από Βορρά προς Νότο) Hiking on the most famous and popular walking route in Zagori: the crossing the Vikos gorge. The route starts from the Vikos village of Vikos and ends at Monodendri. But it can also be done the other way around. It is a path in a very impressive ravine in very high vertical limestone slopes. The tectonics and the corrosive ability of the glaciers and the rain, have created this wonderful and at the same time very...
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#2 - Voidomatis: Hunters of the Ice Age Trail
4.7(386)
•Moderate
•5.7 mi
•Est. 2h 9m
Ice Age Voidomatis Trail (Μονοπάτι Βοϊδομάτη με ευρήματα προϊστορικής κατοίκησης) A route of special natural beauty and importance, short and easy. It is directed along the slopes of the ravine of the Voidomatis river, in a green environment to the old stone bridge of Klidonia. On the south bank of the river, just above the stone bridge, there is the Paleolithic rock shelter Boila. It is a shallow cave inhabited by primitive people in prehistoric times, after the gradual decline of glacial...
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#3 - Vikos Gorge: Monodendri - Vikos
4.6(195)
•Hard
•8.3 mi
•Est. 5h 18m
Vikos Gorge: Monodendri - Vikos (Φαράγγι Βίκου: Μονοδένδρι - Βίκος) One of the most visited, touristic and impressive routes in Greece: the Vikos Gorge. The route starts from the Monodendri village and following a well-marked trail, crosses the Vikos Gorge. It is a magnificence of nature and geology - a gorge with breathtaking cliffs. The route ends at the village of Vikos. A wonderfully unforgettable route with lush vegetation and clear gurgling waters.
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#4 - Drakolimni of Tymfi
4.8(234)
•Hard
•10.9 mi
Drakolimni of Tymfi (Δρακόλιμνη της Τύμφης) This is a truly magical destination. The arduous and fascinating route starts from Mikro Papigo on a well-marked path that is initially located in a forest and continues in an almost bare landscape. Along the way there are kiosks with water for supply. The first part of the trail ends at the refuge. This is where the second most intensive course begins. The last ascent to Drakolimni is quite demanding. The beauty of the landscape is such that...
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#5 - Vikos - Voidomatis Springs
4.6(137)
•Moderate
•1.7 mi
•Est. 1h 26m
Vikos - Voidomatis Springs (Βίκος - Πηγές Βοϊδομάτη) Easy hike on a flat, well trodden and highly trafficked trail. The highly popular trail down from the village of Vikos to the springs of river Voidomatis. This path offers unobscured views of the renown gorge of Vikos and aerial sightings of the emerald waters of the springs themselves. It can prove challenging on the way back, especially during a hot summer day. Make sure to fill up your water containers at the water fountain, near the...
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#6 - Beloi Viewpoint
4.8(171)
•Easy
•1.7 mi
•Est. 54m
Beloi Viewpoint (Θέα Μπελόη) A short, passable and beautiful route, which ends in one of the most impressive scenery of Greece: the view of the Vikos Gorge from above. The route starts west of the Vradeto village from where in an easterly direction it reaches Beloi, the natural stone balcony. The view is breathtaking with the size of the gorge and the vertical limestone slopes of the gorge. The wild natural beauty of the landscape in all its glory.
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#7 - Papingo to Astraka Mountain Refuge
4.7(166)
•Hard
•3.4 mi
•Est. 2h 38m
Papingo to Astraka Mountain Refuge (Πάπιγκο προς Ορεινό Καταφύγιο Αστράκας) This is one of the most beautiful trails in Greece. The route to the shelter of Astraka takes place under the watchful eye of the towers of Papingo, the eternal guardians of Mount Tymfi. The volume and beauty of these mountain masses creates such an upliftment of the soul that in the end the course is more than just a mountain hike.
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#8 - The Stone Bridges Tour
4.6(147)
•Hard
•6.6 mi
•Est. 3h 12m
The Stone Bridges Tour (Ο Γύρος των Πέτρινων Γεφυριών) It is one of the most beautiful courses in Greece, visiting and crossing the bridges in the Zagori area. The combination of nature, the villages and these artificial stone extensions of the rocks, enriches the visitor's experience and creates wonderful images and emotions. These stone arched bridges are only a small sample of all the bridges of Epirus. They are an expression of the aesthetics, respect for the environment, social cohesion...
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#9 - Angastromeni Springs via Vikos Trail
4.7(110)
•Moderate
•2.1 mi
•Est. 1h 34m
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#10 - Papingo - Mikro Papingo - Rock Pools
4.3(120)
•Moderate
•2.7 mi
•Est. 1h 26m
Papingo - Mikro Papingo - Rock Pools (Πάπιγκο - Μικρό Πάπιγκο - Οβίρες Ρογκοβού) A short but very beautiful course that connects the two most beautiful and most touristic destinations in western Zagori, Megalo and Mikro Papingo. The stone-built houses and exquisite cobbled streets are impressive. The route starts from Megalo Papingo and heads along the road to Mikro Papingo. About halfway along the route, the course skirts the road and heads north to Rogovos Rock Pools. The route then...
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Pindos National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Pindos National Park is Vikos Gorge Trail: North to South, which has a 4.7 star rating from 308 reviews. This trail is 7.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 3,313 ft.

What is the longest trail in Pindos National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Pindos National Park is 'Valia Calda" Refuge - Vovousa - Milia. This trail is estimated to be 19.4 mi long.

How many trails are in Pindos National Park?

There are 69 trails in Pindos National Park. These trails have an average 4.4-star rating from 3,162 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Pindos National Park?

If you're looking for elevation gain, Pindos National Park has you covered. Drakolimni Misorachis - Mt Smolikas Summits - Vathilakos Gorge Circuit boasts the most elevation gain with 6,417 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Samarina - Smolikas Summit - Agia Paraskevi, which will get you 6,115 ft of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Pindos National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 camping trails in Pindos National Park and the most popular is Drakolimni of Tymfi with an average 4.8 star rating from 234 community reviews.

Are there running trails available in Pindos National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 10 running trails in Pindos National Park and the most popular is Voidomatis: Hunters of the Ice Age Trail with an average 4.7 star rating from 386 community reviews.

Are there biking trails available in Pindos National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 4 biking trails in Pindos National Park and the most popular is Kipi - Vikaki Gorge - Tsepelovo - Kapesovo with an average 4.3 star rating from 6 community reviews.

Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Pindos National Park?

Yes, there are 14 trails with scenic viewpoints in Pindos National Park, including Vikos Gorge: Monodendri - Vikos, Drakolimni of Tymfi, Beloi Viewpoint, Vradeto Steps, and Monodendri - Stone Forest and Viewpoint Oxya.

Are there any trails with rivers in Pindos National Park?

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