Kyparissia Peak Nature Trail from Prastio Limassol Cyprus
near Prastió, Eparchía Lemesoú (Cyprus)
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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
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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2,042 ft
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
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Very chill trail
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Great views!
Amazing trail, I would recommend people to start from the Foinikaria starting point even if it is an uphill start.
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Easy trail with great views. Loved it.
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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
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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)
Fantastic trail. Thanks