Caledonia - Kaledonia - Waterfall from above E4 B8 Troodos Limassol Cyprus
near Páno Plátres, Eparchía Lemesoú (Cyprus)
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I did choice route from above, due so well known from Psilo Dendro. I went on snowy trail, partially ice covered. Was pretty funny a family did come from Psilo Dendro they did start in short trousers and surprised how icy was the waterfall area. Trail is marked okay, but at winter when snow cover marks on rocks, maybe going to be difficult so.. better to prepare well before go.
Video: https://youtu.be/KBYmjZ4LCNk
The most famous waterfall of the lot, this claims a proud spot, at an altitude of 1330m north of Pano Platres village, with the water falling from a height of 13 meters. Luring thousands of visitors year in and year out, prepare for a walk like no other as the gushing sound of water through dense forest vegetation leads you towards the waterfall.
But this place isn’t just about the final destination; there’s something special about the walk to the falls itself, as you stride or trundle over slippery stepping stones and bend over backwards to make way past foliage that so proudly inhabits every inch of the vicinity as sweet scented pine trees so gloriously call out for attention.
What many don’t know, is that the falls supposedly got their name from Scottish visitors years ago who were rather taken by the beauty of the place, saying that it reminded them of their own country, called Caledonia in ancient times. The rest, is history!
https://mycyprusinsider.com/the-great-outdoors/the-insider-pick-dreamy-troodos-waterfalls-youve-got-to-visit-2/
The route is constantly downhill or uphill depending on where you start. The greatest part of the trail passes through a dense forest and follows a route along the Kryos Potamos River, where water flows permanently. Passages have been constructed at many of the river crossings located along the trail, but at some points you will have to step on moist, slippery stones to cross, therefore attention is required. The trail has steps, areas where you can rest, indications with plant names and other useful information, as well as three kiosks where you can take cover in case of rain. The entire route is located in Troodos National Forest Park, which is a Natura 2000 area. The vegetation is entirely natural, rich and very dense. Hygrophilous vegetation, comprised of planes, alders and ivy, dominates along the riverbed. Black pines cover the mountain slopes at higher altitudes, and are gradually replaced by the Calabrian pine at lower altitudes. Other common species found on the mountain slopes are the strawberry tree (Arbutus andrachne), barberry (Berberis cretica), bracken (Pteridium aquilinum) and the endemic golden oak (Quercus alnifolia). There are many endemic plants along the route, including Cyprus rock-cress (Arabis purpurea), Troodos sage (Salvia willeana) and Aphrodite’s spurge (Euphorbia veneris). Trout can be seen in the ponds that form along the trail. Keep in mind however that fishing is prohibited! The most interesting sight on the trail is Caledonia Falls, located two thirds along the route (if you start at the high altitude point). The water falls dramatically from a height of 13 metres on hard gabbro rock. The only exit from the trail is through a dirt road, which is closed to traffic and is located at the waterfalls.
The water in Kryos Potamos, one of the few rivers in Cyprus with permanent water presence, is used for, among other things, irrigating Troodos. It is in this cool and
picturesque ravine that the Caledonia Trail is located. The gurgling waters popu - lated with trout, the dense canopy of trees, the chirping birds, the variety of vegetation
and the splashing water at Caledonia Falls will charm you and keep your interest undiminished for the entire route
http://www.moa.gov.cy/moa/fd/fd.nsf/4DCA0BBDFF72749FC225812900264F88/$file/Kaledonia%20Trail%20-%20Three%20fold%20flyer.pdf
Video: https://youtu.be/KBYmjZ4LCNk
The most famous waterfall of the lot, this claims a proud spot, at an altitude of 1330m north of Pano Platres village, with the water falling from a height of 13 meters. Luring thousands of visitors year in and year out, prepare for a walk like no other as the gushing sound of water through dense forest vegetation leads you towards the waterfall.
But this place isn’t just about the final destination; there’s something special about the walk to the falls itself, as you stride or trundle over slippery stepping stones and bend over backwards to make way past foliage that so proudly inhabits every inch of the vicinity as sweet scented pine trees so gloriously call out for attention.
What many don’t know, is that the falls supposedly got their name from Scottish visitors years ago who were rather taken by the beauty of the place, saying that it reminded them of their own country, called Caledonia in ancient times. The rest, is history!
https://mycyprusinsider.com/the-great-outdoors/the-insider-pick-dreamy-troodos-waterfalls-youve-got-to-visit-2/
The route is constantly downhill or uphill depending on where you start. The greatest part of the trail passes through a dense forest and follows a route along the Kryos Potamos River, where water flows permanently. Passages have been constructed at many of the river crossings located along the trail, but at some points you will have to step on moist, slippery stones to cross, therefore attention is required. The trail has steps, areas where you can rest, indications with plant names and other useful information, as well as three kiosks where you can take cover in case of rain. The entire route is located in Troodos National Forest Park, which is a Natura 2000 area. The vegetation is entirely natural, rich and very dense. Hygrophilous vegetation, comprised of planes, alders and ivy, dominates along the riverbed. Black pines cover the mountain slopes at higher altitudes, and are gradually replaced by the Calabrian pine at lower altitudes. Other common species found on the mountain slopes are the strawberry tree (Arbutus andrachne), barberry (Berberis cretica), bracken (Pteridium aquilinum) and the endemic golden oak (Quercus alnifolia). There are many endemic plants along the route, including Cyprus rock-cress (Arabis purpurea), Troodos sage (Salvia willeana) and Aphrodite’s spurge (Euphorbia veneris). Trout can be seen in the ponds that form along the trail. Keep in mind however that fishing is prohibited! The most interesting sight on the trail is Caledonia Falls, located two thirds along the route (if you start at the high altitude point). The water falls dramatically from a height of 13 metres on hard gabbro rock. The only exit from the trail is through a dirt road, which is closed to traffic and is located at the waterfalls.
The water in Kryos Potamos, one of the few rivers in Cyprus with permanent water presence, is used for, among other things, irrigating Troodos. It is in this cool and
picturesque ravine that the Caledonia Trail is located. The gurgling waters popu - lated with trout, the dense canopy of trees, the chirping birds, the variety of vegetation
and the splashing water at Caledonia Falls will charm you and keep your interest undiminished for the entire route
http://www.moa.gov.cy/moa/fd/fd.nsf/4DCA0BBDFF72749FC225812900264F88/$file/Kaledonia%20Trail%20-%20Three%20fold%20flyer.pdf
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4,454 ft
First time reach the river
Need to cross here luckily even at winter water is not too much if no big rain
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