Hiking Trail 18
Livadia – Vrachnou – Prophet Daniel – Petrias – Falika – Aladino – Vakoni
Hiking Trail 18 in Andros is a lush green route through the beautiful Gerakonas mountain range. It offers breathtaking views of the Mesaria valley, picturesque ravines, dense forested areas, and charming villages like Vrachnou, Falika, and Aladino. The trail also features notable landmarks such as the Foros Cave, the arched stone bridge of Aladino, and multiple natural springs.
Hiking Trail Access
- Starting point: By the riverside road in Livadia, near a motorcycle repair shop.
- Ending point: Vakoni, on the main Chora-Gavrio road.
Connection with Other Trails
- Connects with trail No 18a (detour to Foros Cave in Aladino).
- Future connection to Ammohochos & Ano Gavrio.
Hiking Trail Details
18
Marking
8-9km
9 km including detour to Foros Cave
4 hours
including detour to Foros Cave on trail No 18a
Medium
Difficulty level.
With steep inclines near Prophet Daniel and from the dirt road in Livadia towards Vrachnou; in some sections, the trail follows a streambed
Trail condition
Walkable, with some dense vegetation and loose stones in certain areas
Elevation
Ascent: 450m
Drinkable
water
Available in Vrachnou, Falika, and Aladino
Food
Snack
Not available along the route
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