M49 Amir Ali-Agios Nikolaos-Plateia Ammos-Amir Ali

Nature in Contrast - Explore the wild Νorth of Kythera in this circular trail filled with contrasts, from arid, desert-like places to verdant valleys with plentiful springs and waterfalls.

Covering 12.0 km, this is a substantial hike requiring a reasonable base fitness. Most walkers complete it in about 2 hours and 40 minutes.

This loop trail is a practical choice for day hikers: you start and end at the same spot, with no shuttle or pick-up required. The trail is officially waymarked as M49, so look out for the trail markers along the way.

This is a Local Walking Network (LWN) trail — a community-level route perfect for exploring the immediate surroundings, popular with locals and visitors alike.