way marking
Distance - Duration
3 km/1h-15min
Μenites (circular)
A beautiful wooded circular route exploring the fertile Menites valley. The impressive springs of Menites, the church of Virgin Mary (Panagia Koumoulou), the lush valley with the tower houses and the churches, the watermill ruins along the ravine are just some of the attractions.
maps & elevation diagram
Αscent-Descent
Αscent : 138 m
Descent: 159 m
Starting/Ending Point
Starting /Ending Point: Menites springs
Transportation
Transportation : with private means to the starting point (return via the same route)
Chora taxi station :+30 2282 0 22171
Drinking Water
in Menites
Route condition
open & way marked
check the last clearing here…..
Useful advice
- pay attention at the slipper and narrow part that stretches parallel to the Koumoulou stream, on the part from Menites to Mesaria
- you can have a meal or snack in one of the coffee-shops next to Menites springs at the starting/ending point of the route (open from eastero till autumn)
Lodge & Food
Closest lodge : In the wider Menites area
Closest restaurants : next to Menites springs