From the historic settlement of Pyrgos this route takes the hikers down the eastern slopes of the extended Profitis Ilias massif towards Panagia Episkopis, with beautiful views, passing mostly traditional urban landscapes.
OSM map layer · LineString
36.38, 25.46 · rel 15876986
36.38, 25.46 · rel 15876986
Santorini Trail 05 - Pyrgos - Ekso Gonia - Mesa Gonia
2,9 km from Pyrgos to Mesa Gonia .
Pyrgos
→
Mesa Gonia
linear
2,9km
Distance
+55m
Ascent
hiking
SAC
linear
Shape
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01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Castle or ruins
Quiet area
Uncrowded
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02 · The story
What makes this route special
03 · 4 points along the route
What will you encounter?
3× Attraction
1× castle
Winery and Art Space
Attraction ·
on the route
2,9 km
100%
Καστέλι Πύργου Καλλίστης
castle ·
40 m off route
2,9 km
100%
Donkey Brewery
Attraction ·
251 m off route
2,9 km
100%
Hiking trails (2)
Attraction ·
354 m off route
2,9 km
100%
04 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
Start
Quarter of the way
Halfway
Three quarters
Finish
05 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
06 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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What hikers experienced
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08 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Santorini Trail 05 - Pyrgos - Ekso Gonia - Mesa Gonia is 2.9 km long.
At an average walking pace, Santorini Trail 05 - Pyrgos - Ekso Gonia - Mesa Gonia takes approximately 43 min to complete.
No, Santorini Trail 05 - Pyrgos - Ekso Gonia - Mesa Gonia is a linear (point-to-point) trail. It runs from Pyrgos to Mesa Gonia. Plan ahead for return transport.
Santorini Trail 05 - Pyrgos - Ekso Gonia - Mesa Gonia starts at Pyrgos.
Santorini Trail 05 - Pyrgos - Ekso Gonia - Mesa Gonia is an easy hike, suitable for walkers of all fitness levels.