Easy route with clear and visible paths. It starts from Chora and reaches the Castle of Oria, which has great views with steep cliffs, and was the medieval capital of the island. Route 1 is unmarked.
OSM map layer · LineString
37.44, 24.42 · rel 16854785
37.44, 24.42 · rel 16854785
Kythnos Trail 01
6,8 km from Chora to Castle of Oria .
Chora
→
Castle of Oria
linear
6,8km
Distance
+205m
Ascent
hiking
SAC
linear
Shape
19
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01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Castle or ruins
Remote
Uncrowded
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02 · The story
What makes this route special
03 · 2 points along the route
What will you encounter?
2× castle
Κάστρο Κύθνου
castle ·
on the route
6,8 km
100%
Ωριας
castle ·
53 m off route
6,8 km
100%
04 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
Start
Quarter of the way
Halfway
Three quarters
Finish
05 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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What hikers experienced
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07 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Kythnos Trail 01 is 6.8 km long.
At an average walking pace, Kythnos Trail 01 takes approximately 1h 42min to complete.
No, Kythnos Trail 01 is a linear (point-to-point) trail. It runs from Chora to Castle of Oria. Plan ahead for return transport.
Kythnos Trail 01 starts at Chora.
Kythnos Trail 01 is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.