Kefalonia, the largest island that we walk, has many highlights including picturesque villages, olive groves, bays, beaches and a stunning coastline with crystal-clear swimming spots making it a memorable stop on our catamaran based walking holidays.
Walking trails pass through small villages, fishing ports, wooded areas, small bays and beaches. We also make a visit to the hidden tunnels of Foki bay, where they once stored ammunitions during world war two.
There are many great walking trails on Kefalonia island, offering a range of walks from coastal walks, forested walks and walks to large archaeological site, offering some great views and photo opportunities.
Starting from Fiscardo, a scenic, picturesque fishing port and village which, unlike most towns on Kefalonia, survived the devastating 1953 earthquake. It retains its original Venetian-era architecture, and the village is characterised by pastel-coloured houses, wooden balconies, shuttered windows and tiled roofs.
Our walk is a great circular route covering the northwest part of the peninsula passing through small villages, wooded areas and exploring small bays and beaches. The walk initially follows a quiet coastal road and footpath, before climbing gently through olive groves, and low pine woodlands. The walk passes through some traditional villages, where stone houses, narrow lanes and quiet churchyards give a sense of rural Kefalonian life. The final stretch follows the coastline back toward Fiscardo, with amazing views of the neighboring island of Ithaca.
This scenic walk leads from the lively harbour town of Sami to the dramatic hilltop Acropolis of Ancient Sami, one of Kefalonia’s most important archaeological sites. Starting in Sami, we follow quiet roads before joining a gently ascending footpath. As you climb, the town gradually falls away, and the walk becomes increasingly peaceful.
Much of the ascent is through shaded pine forest and Mediterranean vegetation. Along the way, there are beautiful views over Sami Bay, with the turquoise sea framed by mountains and the coastline stretching into the distance. At the top of the hill lie the extensive remains of Ancient Sami, once one of the most powerful city-states on the island. The highlight is the impressive acropolis fortification walls, built from massive stone blocks and still standing to a remarkable height. Inside the walls, scattered ruins and ancient pathways create a quiet, atmospheric site. From the acropolis, there are panoramic views across eastern Kefalonia and inland towards Mount Ainos.
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