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25/04/2026 – 26/04/2026

Crossing the Vardousia Mountains: Sykies - Athanasios Diakos

A crossing from the village of Sykies to Athanasios Diakos, in the heart of the Vardousia Mountains, with an overnight stay at traditional guesthouses.

Crossing from Sykies to Athanasios Diakos Traditional dinner with kontosouvli and kokoretsi Morning departure for the Vardousia range

Location

Vardousia, Sykies - Athanasios Diakos, Fokida

Distance

17 km

Elevation gain

1100 m

Leader

Αναστασία Παπαδοπούλου

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Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1

Departure from the club at 6:00 am
Arrival in Sykies by bus and start of the crossing to Athanasios Diakos
Overnight stay at two guesthouses with a traditional dinner (kontosouvli, kokoretsi, oven-roasted lamb)

Day 2

Early breakfast at the guesthouses
Departure for the Vardousia range

What to bring

Hiking boots
Trekking pole
Backpack with water, snacks, fruit, sandwich
Rain jacket mandatory
Separate bag with spring clothing

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