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Paros has to offer unique and varied trekking trails for all those who prefer to spend their vacations walking in open air and those who want to admire the "hidden" beauties of the island. You can take the old mountain paths, as well as more mild trekking routes passing through villages and more remote areas of the island. There are also many organized trekking tours that you can join. The difference between these trails of Paros and those of other Cycladic islands is that the distances covered are much longer, and we would therefore suggest that you are appropriately equipped.
Lefkes - Alyki
 If you are experienced in trekking, the Lefkes to Alyki trail is ideal for you. Total distance is about 19 kms and the walking time is estimated to about 6 hours, taking also into account some necessary stops. With Lefkes as a starting point towards Agioi Pantes you pass by Agios Ioannis Kaparos, Agios Georgios, Aneratza and Kamari. After leaving Agios Georgios and upon reaching the monastery of Agioi Theodoroi you have two choices. The trail on the right leads to Agkeria and ultimately to Alyki, the one on the left to Aspro Horio and Drios. No matter what route you choose you will end up at a beach, where you can treat yourself to a revitalizing dip in the sea and a rewarding meal in one of the charming seaside tavernas.
Marathi - Thapsana
The trail starts at the ancient quarries in Marathi, the 'lychnitis' mines, and leads to the monastery of Agios Minas. En route you can visit the quarries and the monastery, as the distance is about 4 kms roundtrip and trekking is considered rather easy. On the way back en route to Paroikia you cross the Elitas bridge, take the dirt path and reach Thapsana, where you can see the graceful monastery of Panagia Myrtidiotissa.
Prodromos - Lefkes ("Byzantine Trail")
One of the "must" trekking trails of Paros is the old Byzantine walk, known as "Byzantine trail", which leads from Prodromos village to the delightful village of Lefkes. The route is simply wonderful and lasts about one hour and a half.
Cape Korakas - Cape Almyros
From Kolymbithres as a starting point and the big blue as a backdrop you set out on an approximately 12 kms trail roundtrip towards Cape Korakas, admiring on the way the lighthouse, walking along the seashore, passing by the monastery of Agios Ioannis and eventually reaching Cape Almyros. The same trail leads you back to Kolymbithres.
Suggested trails and useful information:
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| Trail length: |
15.62 kms |
| Cyclical trail: |
No |
| Uphill: |
672 m. |
| Downhill: |
839 m. |
| Elevation: |
max 362 m. - min 0 m. |
| Difficulty: |
Easy |
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| Trail length: |
12.61 kms |
| Cyclical trail: |
No |
| Uphill: |
462 m. |
| Downhill: |
602 m. |
| Elevation: |
max 480 m. - min 0 m. |
| Difficulty: |
Easy |
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| Trail length: |
9.36 kms |
| Cyclical trail: |
No |
| Uphill: |
431 m. |
| Downhill: |
656 m. |
| Elevation: |
max 510 m. - min 0 m. |
| Difficulty: |
Easy |
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| Trail length: |
10.6 kms |
| Cyclical trail: |
No |
| Uphill: |
736 m. |
| Downhill: |
880 m. |
| Elevation: |
max 257 m. - min 1 m. |
| Difficulty: |
Easy |
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| Trail length: |
8.3 kms |
| Cyclical trail: |
No |
| Uphill: |
296 m. |
| Downhill: |
347 m. |
| Elevation: |
max 245 m. - min 2 m. |
| Difficulty: |
Easy |
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| Trail length: |
13.35 kms |
| Cyclical trail: |
No |
| Uphill: |
358 m. |
| Downhill: |
354 m. |
| Elevation: |
max 190 m. - min 0 m. |
| Difficulty: |
Easy |
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| Trail length: |
17.95 kms |
| Cyclical trail: |
Yes |
| Uphill: |
1.038 m. |
| Downhill: |
1.057 m. |
| Elevation: |
max 764 m. - min 66 m. |
| Difficulty: |
Medium |
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| Trail length: |
1445 kms |
| Cyclical trail: |
No |
| Uphill: |
725 m. |
| Downhill: |
816 m. |
| Elevation: |
max 458 m. - min 0 m. |
| Difficulty: |
Medium |
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| Trail length: |
19.19 kms |
| Cyclical trail: |
No |
| Uphill: |
702 m. |
| Downhill: |
682 m. |
| Elevation: |
max 705 m. - min 93 m. |
| Difficulty: |
Medium |
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| Trail length: |
12.79 kms |
| Cyclical trail: |
No |
| Uphill: |
558 m. |
| Downhill: |
700 m. |
| Elevation: |
max 485 m. - min 0 m. |
| Difficulty: |
Medium |
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| Trail length: |
12.37 kms |
| Cyclical trail: |
No |
| Uphill: |
628 m. |
| Downhill: |
737 m. |
| Elevation: |
max 585 m. - min 0 m. |
| Difficulty: |
Medium |
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| Trail length: |
11.56 kms |
| Cyclical trail: |
Yes |
| Uphill: |
368 m. |
| Downhill: |
515 m. |
| Elevation: |
max 323 m. - min 28 m. |
| Difficulty: |
Medium |
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| Trail length: |
11.48 kms |
| Cyclical trail: |
Yes |
| Uphill: |
398 m. |
| Downhill: |
335 m. |
| Elevation: |
max 286 m. - min 9 m. |
| Difficulty: |
Medium |
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| Trail length: |
10.8 kms |
| Cyclical trail: |
No |
| Uphill: |
509 m. |
| Downhill: |
363 m. |
| Elevation: |
max 482 m. - min 9 m. |
| Difficulty: |
Medium |
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