Hiking in Kythnos
Kythnos has all the features that make it a unique and a suitable destination for hiking. Walking along the paths of Kythnos, you will have the opportunity to get in touch with the roots, history, natural beauty and culture of the island. Graphic settlements, unique beaches, thermal springs, archaeological sites, Byzantine monuments, a unique cave, a virgin landscape, country churches, windmills, fountains and farm buildings with stone threshing floors are some of the things elements you will encounter during your trekking.
Kythnos has a rich network of hiking routes. Some of them are marked, while the rest can be found in the newly updated maps and the walker’s guide already in circulation. Routes vary in terms of their degree of difficulty due to the terrain. Some routes follow old rural paths, crossing ravines and end on beaches. Other routes end up in archaeological sites or impressive observatories.
Indicatively, some of the most remarkable and popular routes are:
Route 1, towards the Castle of Oria, with the ruins of the settlement, which was destroyed in 1570 AD and the church of Panagia Kyraleoussa at the top, dominating the scenery while offering an impressive view of the island.
Route 2, towards Lefkes beach, first crosses the traditional settlement of Dryopida. Along the route, the key points of interest are the “wash houses” built in 1852. They are of a particular architecture and are characterized as new era monuments.
Finally, Route 6, towards Vryokastro, the ancient capital of the island, Vryokastro, inhabited from 10th-7th centuries AD, the visitor will see the dominating ancient temples of Apollo, Artemis, Aphrodite and Demeter and enjoy the great view of the beach of Kolona.
Ideal seasons for hiking are autumn and spring, as high summer temperatures can make it a bit difficult for you.
Hiking in Kythnos is a journey into space and time. We invite you to enjoy this trip so as to get to familiarize yourself with the most beautiful and authentic side of the island!
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Marine and Diving Tourism
Kythnos is a close and accessible destination, unknown to many, but it contains infinite secrets for the lovers of nature. It is suitable for diving excursions, while the local diving center that operates in the area of Loutra organizes diving excursions and escapes. In addition, fishing enthusiasts will enjoy their hobby rich in fish
Discover the sea bottom of Kythnos by diving in its crystal clear waters
The sea and the sea bottom of Kythnos reflect and represent the unique classical Aegean beauty favored by its geographical location. Strong currents and waves sculpt underwater scenery, shaping incredible beauty coastlines and amazing reefs. At the same time they enrich these “wild” waters with life and offer divers a spectacle that is difficult to find in other parts of Greece.
At Loutra, there is a fully-equipped diving center to accompany you to wonderful excursions in more than 30 different diving sites. Walls, reefs, caves, shipwrecks, crystal clear waters and beautiful life-filled landscapes, corals, and infinite colors that surpass any imagination. Unique and crystal clear waters invite sea lovers to an endless enjoyable adventure.
The many small or big beaches and the hospitable lull bays invite every diver, as well as the lovers of the Sea and nature to enjoy these unique beauties almost all year round. The cozy whitewashed villages, with the picturesque streets, as well as the tours to the other beauties of the island, such as the Castle, the Katafyki Cave, the beach of Kolona, can be combined with diving, offering a unique diving holiday in Kythnos.
At Loutra there is a fully equipped and organized diving center where you will find everything a diver, even the most demanding one may need. You will be impressed and will come back for sure! That is because in Kythnos you will be really diving with friends!