About Route

Length: 9,8 km
Flat walking: 2,6km
Ascent length: 3,2km
Descent length: 4,0km
Duration(approximately): 2hours 30min

Difficulty 2/5

We set off from the mountain vineyards in the direction of the village pass. From there we have an excellent view of the quiet valley of Nemea with its abundant vineyards and the Mycenean centre of Aidonia.

We ascend to the right to find ourselves on the small plateau of St. Athanasios and climb at the summit of Kourkoula. The view is magical. We can see the magnificent summit of Ziria – the second highest mountain of the Peloponesse – and Corinthia to our East, Argolid and the mountain Pharmaka to the south. This is where Temenos, the son of patriarch Pelasgos, brought up goddess Hera, the protector of women. Remnants of the Pelasgian walls and wild pears keep us company all the way to the chapel of St. Theodoroi, which is a continuation of the early Christian monastery of the same name. The large stones from the Pellasgian walls are visible, as well as architectural components of the original temple, probably devoted to goddess Hera.

At the foot of the mountain, we are welcomed by a small waterfall feeding into Asopos river, the distributor of the water of Lake Stymphalia. Walking Eastwards on the banks of the waterfall, we discern remnants of the old bridge of Handrians’s Aqueduct and, through the vineyards, we reach the southern entrance to the village, where the picturesque Katou Vrisi welcomes us with its fresh water.

Tour Facts
Total Distance: 9,8 km
Duration: Approx. 2 hours & 30 min. 
Code: NEM106 Grade: Easy-Moderate 
March - November
Distance from Athens: 2 hours & 30 min.

Date

From March - November.

ATTENTION: In a case of extreme weather condition and to ensure the health of the participants, trailducks can modify the hiking duration or replace the hiking activity entirely with a visit to an archaeological site. In case of replacement of the hike, the traveller has the right to cancel his participation taking back whatever money has paid, without any other requirement.

Experience & Fitness

Non-experienced hikers may also take part in this trip. You do not need any special physical condition other than the basic one, and the route can be easily completed by people who have not hiked again.

Equipment

For this trip, you do not need any particular hiking equipment with you. Just wear the proper,
mountain wise clothes and shoes, according to the weather conditions.

How it works?

It is very simple.

For full package the starting point of the trip is on demand. We will gather at 7:45 and 8:00 the bus will depart for Nemea and specifically for the starting point of the hike. The bus will be waiting for us at the end of our hike to transfer us to the next part of our excursion to the winery.

After the winery tour and enjoying our meal at the Asopos river bank, we will take the way back with a stop in Loutraki where everyone can enjoy a walk or a coffee with a view of the sea. Our return will be at the same point where we started, and our arrival time is estimated at 20:00.

For those who wish to join the trip with their own car the meeting point is at 9:30 at Psari Village (main square)

How far in advance do I need to book?

For this trip, you need to book at least 3 days in advance

1
Days Walking

9,8 km
Total Distance

Easy-Moderate
Grade

Payments terms:

- 50% down payment after receiving the confirmation e-mail for your reservation

- Payment of rest 50% five days before trip

In case of non-payment, the company reserves the right to cancel the reservation.

In the event of cancellation for any reason, the following cancellation fees apply:

Cancellation up to 5 days before departure: Refund of the entire deposit minus 15 € for administrative expenses

Cancellation up to 2 days: 50% of the tour cost

For cancellation one day before departure or non-show: 100% of the tour cost.

In case the company cancel the trip for any reason, 100% of the entire deposit will be refunded without any administrative expenses.

The safety of our travellers is a top priority for us.

For this excursion, all the necessary measures have been taken for the safety of the trip. Αt all stages of the tour, the health protocols are strictly applied against the dispersion of Covid19.

The excursion is designed to provide the necessary safety to the traveller and is carried out mainly in open spaces and during transportation, the protocols set for travel are applied in full.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Transfer by private car / minibus (For full package)
• Tour leader throughout (For full package)
• GPX file 
• Winery Visit
• Wine tasting
• Lunch at Asopos bank

Select Your Trip
NEM106 NEMEA WINE ROAD (Daily Walking)

80 € (Full package)
per person

or

60 € (without transportation)
per person