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Vikos Gorge Hike: UNESCO Geopark and Voidomatis Springs
Eparchiaki Odos Kalpakiou-Papigkou
UNESCO has recognized the Vikos Gorge as a world geopark. The majority of the trail is shaded. The river’s name is derived either from the Slavic language (Bode–Mat, meaning “good water”) or from the Greek language (Voidomatis, meaning “the eye of the bull”).
UNESCO has recognized the Vikos Gorge as a world geopark. The majority of the trail is shaded. The river’s name is derived either from the Slavic language (Bode–Mat, meaning “good water”) or from the Greek language (Voidomatis, meaning “the eye of the bull”).
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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8GF2WMVQ+V2C - Vikos Gorge has been recognized as a UNESCO world geopark.
The journey begins at Aristi or Papigko Bridge in northwestern Zagori, offering an accessible path for everyone through the third section of the Vikos Gorge, which has been part of the Vikos – Aoos National Park since 1973.
The river’s name is derived from the Slavic language…
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8GF2WMVQ+V2C - Vikos Gorge has been recognized as a UNESCO world geopark.
The journey begins at Aristi or Papigko Bridge in northwestern Zagori, offering an accessible path for everyone through the third section of the Vikos Gorge, which has been part of the Vikos – Aoos National Park since 1973.
The river’s name is derived from the Slavic language (Bode–Mat, meaning “good water”) or from Greek (Voidomatis, meaning “eye of the bull”).
Along the trail, participants will see the remarkable Spiliotissa Monastery, built into a rock, and visit the historic Agioi Anargyroi Church, constructed in 1658.
The route concludes at the Kleidonia single-arched stone bridge, built in 1853 to connect the villages of Agios Minas and Aristi to the Konitsa plain, as well as linking Konitsa town to Ioannina city.
At the end of the excursion, visitors can savor a meal featuring traditional local recipes by the river.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Hiking poles (optional)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Video & photos
- Bottled water
- Hiking poles (optional)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Video & photos
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Private transportation
Location
Eparchiaki Odos Kalpakiou-Papigkou
Papigko Bridge
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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