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Walking in Cyprus
44 walks in the South and the North
ISBN
9781852848378
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Published
2 Oct 2017
Edition
First
Pages
232
Size
17.20 x 11.60 x 1.35cm
Weight
260g
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Guidebook detailing 44 walks in Cyprus, covering both the south and north of the island. Taking in pine-clad slopes, olive groves, rugged coastline and dramatic gorges, the graded routes of 3 to 20km (2 to 12 miles) make use of waymarked nature trails and visit historical sites of interest, including ancient castles and Byzantine monasteries.
Seasons
The best times for walking are the spring or autumn months. Wildflowers carpet the meadows and the temperature is pleasant for walking.Centres
Paphos, Polis, Troodos Square, Platres, Kakopetria, Kyrenia/Girne, Lapta, AlevkayaDifficulty
The graded walks range from short and easy to longer, more demanding routes.Must See
Akamas Penninsula, Bath of Aphrodite, Avakas Gorge, Troodos Mountains, Paphos Forest, Macharias Monastery, Byzantine churches, Venetian bridges, waterfalls, Cape Greco, Besparmak Mountains, ancient olive trees, castles perched on rocks, orchids, rock rosesISBN
9781852848378
Availability
Published
Published
2 Oct 2017
Edition
First
Pages
232
Size
17.20 x 11.60 x 1.35cm
Weight
260g
Delivery & Returns
Free Royal Mail 48 postage on UK orders. European postage is £3.50 per item. Worldwide postage is £5.50 per item. If you're not happy with your purchase for any reason, we'll give you a full refund.
More information...
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Overview
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A guidebook to 44 walks on Cyprus. Exploring the striking scenery of both the south and north of the island, the routes are graded by difficulty, with options suitable for beginner and experienced walker alike.
Walks range from 3 to 20km (2–12 miles) and can be enjoyed in 1–7 hours. They are spread across the island and include the Akamas Peninsula, the central Troodos mountains and the Kyrenia/Besparmak mountains of the north.
- Clear route description illustrated with 1:40,000 mapping
- GPX files available to download
- Information on refreshments, access and parking provided for each route
- Highlights include UNESCO-listed churches and monasteries
- Notes on local history, religion, plants and wildlife
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Table of Contents
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CONTENTS
Map key
Overview map
Introduction
Location and geography
Plants and flowers
Wildlife
Brief history
Religion
Getting there
Border crossings
Getting around
Accommodation
Tourist information
Language
When to go and what to take
Maps and waymarking
Using this guide
Southern Cyprus
The west and the Akamas Peninsula
Walk 1 Aphrodite Trail, Akamas Peninsula
Walk 2 Adonis Trail, Akamas Peninsula
Walk 3A Smigies Nature Trail
Walk 3B Pissouromoutti Nature Trail
Walk 4 Avakas Gorge
Walk 5 Argaka Nature Trail
Walk 6 Horteri Nature Trail
Walk 7 Vouni path
Walk 8 Sinti Monastery – Roudia Bridge
Walk 9 Venetian bridges
The Troodos and central Cyprus
Walk 10 Xystarouda – Agiasma – Vasiliki Nature Trail
Walk 11 Prodromos Dam – Stavroulia Trail
Walk 12 Kannoures Trail
Walk 13 Mnimata Piskopon Trail
Walk 14 Atalante Trail
Walk 15 Artemis Trail
Walk 16 Caledonia circular
Walk 17 Pouziaris Trail
Walk 18 Loymata ton Aeton Trail
Walk 19 Madari Trail
Walk 20 Kannavia circular
Walk 21 Asinou Trail
Walk 22 Panagia tou Araka – Stavros tou Agiasmati
Walk 23 Politiko Nature Trail
Walk 24 Machairas Monastery – Fikardou
Walk 25 Kionia loop
Walk 26 Kakokefalos – Mantra tou Kampiou Trail
South and east
Walk 27 Hapotami Trail
Walk 28 Pissouri coast walk
Walk 29 Kyparissia Trail
Walk 30 Sea caves – Kavos Hill
Walk 31 Agioi Anargyroi – Cyclops Cave
Northern Cyprus
Walk 32 Monumental olive trees of Kalkanli
Walk 33 Sina Monastery circular
Walk 34 Lapta Baspinar Trail
Walk 35 The Fourth Castle
Walk 36 St Hilarion Castle
Walk 37 Buffavento Castle
Walk 38 Armenian monastery
Walk 39 Alevkaya circular
Walk 40 Esentepe – Antiphonitis Monastery
Walk 41 Kucuk Erenkoy circular
Walk 42 Tatlisu circular
Walk 43 Kantara Castle
Walk 44 Kumyali circular
Appendix A Route summary table
Appendix B Useful contacts
Appendix C Further reading
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Updates
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October 2019
Corrections
Walk 22:
Total ascent/descent: 800m
Walk 5 :
It is advised not to do this walk as it is sadly no longer a nature trail. Devastating fire destroyed the vegetation in the area and all the signs are missing. It will take some time for the area to recover.
April 2019
Walk 4:
Park at Toxeftra Beach `car park` and head inland towards Viklary restaurant. About 900m from Toexftra Beach, there is a car park with a picnic area and information board, where the trail begins.
Feb 2019
Walk 27 Hapotami Trail:
High water level can make the river crossings more demanding and more dangerous. In the winter months, especially after heavy rain, high water level can make the crossings more difficult. Extra care should be taken. -
Downloads
By Nike Werstroh
Nike and Jacint met many years ago on a long coach journey as they both travelled into the unknown to build a new life in a different country. It wasn't long before they became inseparable. Travelling quickly emerged as their favourite activity and now wherever they go they try to find the best trails. They would love to share their passion for walking with others.Nike went to journalism school and Jacint is a keen photographer. They moved from London to Surrey where they can enjoy the countryside and hills.
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By Jacint Mig
Nike and Jacint met many years ago on a long coach journey as they both travelled into the unknown to build a new life in a different country. It wasn't long before they became inseparable. Travelling quickly emerged as their favourite activity and now wherever they go they try to find the best trails. They would love to share their passion for walking with others. Nike went to journalism school and Jacint is a keen photographer. Nike and Jacint live in Guildford and when they are not walking in one of their favourite mountain ranges somewhere in Europe, they enjoy exploring the diverse trails in the Surrey Hills close to their home. And when they are not out walking they offer a personalised travel planning service, details of which can be seen on Nike and Jacint's website: www.trailnotes.co.uk.
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