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Limassol - Mouttagiaka - Kyparissia Peak Cyprus

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Distance
11.99 mi
Elevation gain
2,231 ft
Technical difficulty
Moderate
Elevation loss
551 ft
Max elevation
2,157 ft
TrailRank 
61 5
Min elevation
291 ft
Trail type
One Way
Moving time
one hour 32 minutes
Time
2 hours 12 minutes
Coordinates
2179
Uploaded
May 9, 2020
Recorded
May 2020
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near Mouttagiáka, Eparchía Lemesoú (Cyprus)

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Itinerary description

I did pickup worst quality roads at start to get some challenge I do not recommend to use my track until Foinikaria. Much better tracks are available you can pick them up from satellite pictures, more white more wide tracks. Locals use those. Rest of it recommended, very well maintained forestry roads until Prastio. From Prastio to peak okay acceptable.

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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Start/End Point from Moutagiaka

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View point to LImassol

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After the worst track

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PictographWilderness hut Altitude 1,971 ft
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PictographPhoto Altitude 2,127 ft
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Forestry road next to peak

PictographSummit Altitude 2,137 ft
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Kyparissia Peak

PictographCar park Altitude 2,140 ft
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Kyparissia Peak

Comments  (2)

  • Panagiotis84 Feb 11, 2023

    I have followed this trail  verified  View more

    As always another nicely done route by HikingFun.

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    HikingFun Feb 11, 2023

    Thank you!

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