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Kyparissia Peak Nature Trail from Prastio Limassol Cyprus

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Distance
5.25 mi
Elevation gain
817 ft
Technical difficulty
Moderate
Elevation loss
817 ft
Max elevation
2,225 ft
TrailRank 
77 4.7
Min elevation
1,761 ft
Trail type
Loop
Moving time
3 hours 3 minutes
Time
4 hours 29 minutes
Coordinates
1535
Uploaded
April 29, 2019
Recorded
April 2019
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near Prastió, Eparchía Lemesoú (Cyprus)

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Itinerary description

This is a less popular and easier path to reach the peak. Even reachable with 4x4 car perfect for mountain bike as well.
Google Map sadly not find the starting point :( I did draw by hands whole path from the paved road what is known by Google Map you can find it on this link.
https://www.wikiloc.com/hiking-trails/prastio-kyparissia-natural-trail-35825626
Air was full of dust from Sahara, on a clear day you able to see Limassol really well.

This is also a good ‘achievement’ walk. It offers the opportunity to climb from just above sea level to almost 2,500 feet in a comparatively short space of time and without any specialist skills. Some stamina is required but nothing beyond the experience of an average walker. You will scale a small peak above pine forests and see some great views across the island down to the southern coast.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdZuHRqFtlg
There are plenty of small birds to be seen in this area. The mixed vegetation, water, and nearby houses make a great habitat for small birds and even in November, we have seen coal tits, goldfinches, blackcaps, willow and Sardinian warblers amongst others. Higher up on the walk there are plenty of kestrels and partridges around. We also saw a buzzard soaring near the escarpment above Germasogeia Dam.
https://cypruswalks.net/limassol-area-walks/germasogeia-dam-to-kyparissia/
Germasogeia reservoir is located about 8 kilometers away from the city of Limassol. It was built in 1968 in order to provide water to the plantations of Akrotiri peninsula. The water of the reservoir is supplied by the Amathos river and the reservoir itself is made from dirt and clay. Its 49 meters in height and 294 meters in length with a capacity of 13.6 cubic meters of water.
The manmade lake is a crucial environmental asset for the surrounding area. Along the banks of the reservoir, specially created nature trails have been created, which are a great opportunity for exploring the area which is rich with vegetation and fauna. Additionally, the church of Agios Loukas and the medieval water mills are sighs that worth visiting.
Germasogeias reservoir is a habitat for several waterfowl birds while the waters have been enriched with some additional fish species. Fishing is only permitted only after issuing a permit from the Department of Fisheries and Marine Research. Also, canoe racing is taking place at the location during national and international canoe games.
The reservoir is neighboring with Foinikaria and Akrounta villages which are perfect locations for relaxation. Every year residents of these villages along with other residents of the surrounding area feast at this location for the occasion of “Clean Monday”.
Seasons with lots of rainfalls create a picturesque image of the Germasogeia Reservoir.
https://www.bigcyprus.com.cy/destinations/germasogia/germasogeia-reservoir

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Waypoints

PictographPhoto Altitude 1,807 ft
Photo ofStart/End point car park Photo ofStart/End point car park Photo ofStart/End point car park

Start/End point car park

PictographPhoto Altitude 1,854 ft
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Uphill walk at re-forested areas

PictographPhoto Altitude 1,896 ft
Photo ofKourvoula Photo ofKourvoula Photo ofKourvoula

Kourvoula

PictographPhoto Altitude 2,042 ft
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Nearest car park to trail

You can drive until here even with saloon car road is good, but scary if you never do it before 4x4 certainly helps to be more comfortable

PictographPhoto Altitude 2,089 ft
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4x4 only road

PictographPhoto Altitude 2,141 ft
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Firebreak line

PictographPhoto Altitude 2,148 ft
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Shade lol

May also okay to park your car close as posiible

PictographPhoto Altitude 2,200 ft
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Getting beautiful

PictographPhoto Altitude 2,207 ft
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500 m far the peak

PictographPhoto Altitude 2,194 ft
Photo ofSign to Kiosk 4x4 only Photo ofSign to Kiosk 4x4 only Photo ofSign to Kiosk 4x4 only

Sign to Kiosk 4x4 only

Certainly no Kiosk on the top..

PictographPhoto Altitude 2,217 ft
Photo ofKyprassia Peak Photo ofKyprassia Peak Photo ofKyprassia Peak

Kyprassia Peak

PictographPhoto Altitude 2,225 ft
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Summit other side

PictographPhoto Altitude 2,186 ft
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Going down from summit road is bad really even for 4x4

PictographPhoto Altitude 2,132 ft
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Down road ending soon here

PictographPhoto Altitude 2,096 ft
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Majestic part of the trail

PictographPhoto Altitude 2,005 ft
Photo ofWalking path only beautiful view to Germasogeia Dam Photo ofWalking path only beautiful view to Germasogeia Dam Photo ofWalking path only beautiful view to Germasogeia Dam

Walking path only beautiful view to Germasogeia Dam

PictographPhoto Altitude 1,980 ft
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Some shade finally

PictographIntersection Altitude 1,771 ft
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Turn back point to Prastio

PictographPhoto Altitude 1,774 ft
Photo ofBeautiful gorge with flowing river Photo ofBeautiful gorge with flowing river Photo ofBeautiful gorge with flowing river

Beautiful gorge with flowing river

PictographRiver Altitude 1,842 ft
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River bed

PictographPhoto Altitude 1,896 ft
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Uphill path 2km

PictographPhoto Altitude 1,964 ft
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Nice valley

PictographPhoto Altitude 2,066 ft
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Pistacia bush

PictographPhoto Altitude 2,096 ft
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Cypress

PictographIntersection Altitude 2,168 ft
Photo ofShortcut back to Kiosk or continue your walk to start Photo ofShortcut back to Kiosk or continue your walk to start Photo ofShortcut back to Kiosk or continue your walk to start

Shortcut back to Kiosk or continue your walk to start

PictographPhoto Altitude 2,173 ft
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1km :)

PictographPhoto Altitude 1,957 ft
Photo ofNice looking mine activity in the forest Photo ofNice looking mine activity in the forest Photo ofNice looking mine activity in the forest

Nice looking mine activity in the forest

PictographPhoto Altitude 1,946 ft
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Re-forested area

Comments  (7)

  • Ryan Mills Nov 7, 2021

    I have followed this trail  verified  View more

    Very chill trail

  • Photo of lagutin
    lagutin Jan 28, 2022

    I have followed this trail  verified  View more

    Great views!

  • CyprusTeamPhobia Jan 9, 2023

    Amazing trail, I would recommend people to start from the Foinikaria starting point even if it is an uphill start.

  • Dmitry Kalugin Feb 25, 2023

    I have followed this trail  View more

    Easy trail with great views. Loved it.

  • saitonakamura Mar 26, 2023

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    Ok trail, the view from the peak is quite nice. The loop part is moderately difficult - it's much more steep, narrow and rocky comparing to the remaining part

  • MelenaSun Mar 29, 2023

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    Nice trail near Limassol. We were there 2 times. Excellent views in the round part of the way.
    The trail is very well done for running: easy way in the very beginning and in the end (uphill in the beginning and downhill in the end).
    In the middle the road is more difficult, but with wonderful views (damn and Limassol)

  • Photo of faycal@xenatusglobal.com
    faycal@xenatusglobal.com Feb 3, 2024

    Fantastic trail. Thanks

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