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Day trip to Vravrona from Athens: archaeological site and wetlands
If you are looking for an easy day trip from Athens or even just an afternoon away from the city Vravrona is an ideal choice. Its main attraction, the Temple of Artemis of Brauron, is…
Hiking the Caldera Trail from Fira to Oia in Santorini
Ever since I started planning our winter trip to Santorini I knew I want to hike the Caldera Trail from Fira to Oia. It seemed like the perfect way to explore the most remarkable villages…
Winter hiking at Mount Parnitha in pictures
Snow-capped mountains are probably not the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about the Greek capital, Athens. But it does snow around here almost every winter and when the time comes, a short…
Hiking at the Tatoi Royal Estate (Mount Parnitha)
Tatoi Royal Estate is the perfect place for a quick and easy afternoon trip from Athens. It lies in a beautiful forested area at the foothills of Mount Parnitha at the northern edge of the…
Beautiful autumn hike at Mount Kyllini (Ziria)
Mount Kyllini or Ziria is the perfect destination for a day trip from Athens full of hiking, nature and stunning mountain views. The drive from Athens took us only little over two hours but hiking…
How to hike to the Old Navarino Castle near Gialova (Messinia)
Even with only a couple of hours to spare in the area of Gialova, the hike to the Old Navarino Castle is a must. This easy 2-hour hike will take you through some truly stunning…
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