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M38 Diakofti-Avlemonas-Diakofti

HardAttica · Greece

GPX
Distance
16.0 km (9.9 mi)
Elevation gain
788 m (2,585 ft)
Typical time
4 hr 32 min
Difficulty
Hard
Route type
Loop
Highest point
Not recorded

About M38 Diakofti-Avlemonas-Diakofti

M38 Diakofti-Avlemonas-Diakofti is a 16.0 km hiking route in Attica, Greece. It climbs roughly 788 m (2,585 ft) along the way. Most people take around 4 hr 32 min at a comfortable pace, plus stops. Treat it as a full day out: the ascent is relentless in places and there are few easy escape points.

The coastline does the heavy lifting: cliff edges, coves and open horizon for most of the way. Walking a stage of a pilgrim route has a rhythm of its own, and the villages along it are used to hikers.

It is a 16.0 km loop, so you finish where you started and never repeat a section. The route is waymarked and marked on the ground with its own symbol, so navigation is straightforward in good visibility.

Summer here is hot and exposed, so the sensible season runs from autumn through to spring. The route is maintained by Kythera Trails.

In short, M38 Diakofti-Avlemonas-Diakofti suits fit hikers with a habit of long days and an eye on the forecast. Dog access is not formally recorded here, so check locally before bringing one.

Route map

Hard16.0 km788 m

Numbered marks every 5 km

Route line from OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL. View the source relation

The route in detail

The loop is usually walked clockwise from the main trailhead. The first third does most of the climbing, so settle into a slow rhythm early rather than trying to hold a flat-ground pace. The return leg is the reverse of the outward journey, which makes it easy to judge remaining time.

Highlights

  • Coastal
  • Pilgrimage route
  • Waymarked route
  • Circular route, no backtracking
  • Waymarked and signposted

Know before you go

Best season
October to May
Waymarked
Yes, signed on the ground
Surface
Mixed natural surface
Dogs
Not recorded, check locally
Wheelchair access
Not accessible
Entrance fee
No fee recorded
Camping
Not recorded
Drinking water
Carry your own
Toilets
Not recorded
Mobile coverage
Generally usable
Parking
Park at the trailhead, arrive early in high season
Emergency
112 in Europe, 911 in North America

How this trail scores

Computed from distance, ascent, terrain features, surface and access data.

Scenery
61/100

Terrain features, relief and photographic interest

Adventure
48/100

Distance, ascent and how wild the ground is

Difficulty
57/100

Effort index from distance and climbing

Accessibility
30/100

Surface, gradient and ease of reaching it

Family
17/100

Suitability for children who already walk

Dogs
62/100

Access rules, terrain and water along the way

Tips from the trail

  • Early morning and late afternoon give the best light and the quietest paths.
  • Aim for october to may for the most reliable conditions.
  • Check the tide table if any part of the route runs along the beach.
  • Leave nothing behind, including fruit peel, and stay on the marked line to protect the ground either side.

Warnings

  • This route is long and sustained. Turn back early rather than late if the weather closes in.
  • Cliff edges may be unfenced and undercut. Keep well back from the drop, especially in wind.

Safety

Emergency services in Greece are reached on 112. Tell someone your route and expected finish time before you set off, particularly if you are walking alone. Mobile coverage is generally usable along this route, but do not rely on it as your only plan. If the weather deteriorates, descending the way you came is almost always the safer option.

What to bring

  • Comfortable, broken-in hiking shoes or boots
  • Weatherproof jacket
  • At least 1.5 litres of water
  • Trekking poles for the descent
  • Offline map and compass
  • Head torch and spare battery
  • Extra warm layer
  • Small first aid kit including blister plasters

Photography

Golden hour along the cliffs is the obvious call, and a slow shutter on the water at the base of the rocks adds movement. Because it is a loop, the light changes direction as you go, so save some memory for the back half. A wide lens captures the scale, but a short telephoto is what turns a good view into a photograph.

Frequently asked questions

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