Description
The landscape and the journey
Aris Leontaritis explores northwestern Greece’s stone villages, old paths, forests and northern Pindos mountains. Alternate village walks with bigger mountain objectives and discover stone bridges and distinctive local architecture.
Routes and itinerary options
The 30 day walks cover approximately 3–24 kilometres and one to eight hours; three treks take two to three days. Areas include Central Zagori, Vikos, Timfi, Konitsa and Smolikas, Valia Calda and Metsovo, with Vikos Gorge and the Drakolimni lakes among the highlights.
Maps and practical planning
1:50,000 maps and Cicerone GPX files support descriptions, with guesthouses, accommodation, transport, equipment, history, architecture, geology and nature information. Use the route information to compare stages, plan your stops and check practical arrangements before departure.
Choosing the right trip
Some routes are straightforward; others cross rough mountains requiring fitness, navigation and experience. Compare difficulty and timing before choosing each day. Choose an itinerary that fits your experience and available time, allowing flexibility for weather and local conditions.
About this edition
English-language guidebook by Aris Leontaritis. First edition, published in 2019. 248 pages. ISBN 9781852849412.
