Itinerary

1. Stone Bridges

   The first point of interest is the most famous single-arched stone bridge of Zagori, the “Kokkori” bridge. It was built in 1750 AD; its length is 35m, its width is 2,5m, and the highest point is 13m.

   At the same time, there was another bridge, which they also used to punish the zoo: In order to find out if a suspect was a zooist, they forced him to cross the bridge, carrying a goat on his back. If he passed by or admitted his act, he was acquitted. Otherwise, his punishment was drowning in the river. This bridge connects the villages of Kipi, Dilofo and Koukouli. At the side of the bridge, there’s an amazing climbing field for advanced climbers

2. Plakida or Kalogeriko

   We continue to the most popular three-arched stone bridge of “Plakida or Kalogeriko”. It was built as a wooden bridge, and later on (1814AD), it was reconstructed as a stone bridge by Abbot Serafeim. The length is 54m, the width is 3,15m, and the highest point is 6,7m. This bridge connects the villages of Kipi, Dilofo and Koukouli. 

3. Koukouli Village

   Then we explore the traditional village of Koukouli through the stone steps of Koukouli, which is dated from the 13th century. At the village, there are lots of traditional houses, a complex of old-school, arches, fountains and the church of the Virgin Mary, one of the best churches in the Zagori area. We relax by drinking refreshments or a coffee. 

4. Vradeto Steps

   After this short break, we’ll observe the longest stone trail in Greece, Vradeto Steps. Approximately 1.500 stone steps, 39 turns and 2 single-arched stone bridges. It was the only way of transportation until 1973 to the highest village of Zagori, “Vradeto,” at an altitude of 1.340m.

5. Vikos Gorge Viewpoint

   The next stop is to observe the breathtaking view of Vikos Gorge, huge cliffs (up to 900m), eagle nests and more. Vikos Gorge has been awarded as the "deepest relative to its width" canyon on earth by the Guinness Book of Records, among others, since 1997 and is one of the most important monuments of nature in Greece.

6. Stone Forest

   Have you ever seen a stone forest? Natural thin layers of towering limestone formations at an altitude of 1,500m surrounded by oak and maple forest is a natural wonder that leaves visitors in awe. You may think that someone has placed one slate onto the next to create a tower!

7. Monodentri Village

   Next visit is Monodendri village, which tradition says that the name of the village comes from “a colossal tree (fir) rises above the Monastery of Saint Minas, stricken by lightning and survived until 1840”. The altitude is 1.060m. 

   A meal to taste local recipes such as Zagorian pies (cheese pie, thin pie, vegetable pie, etc.) or giant beans with vegetables and more under the shade of a 200-year-old maple tree. 

   For tradition lovers, we visit a handicraft center where they produce clothes, carpets, and wedding gifts, and you will get full information about them. 

8. Historical Monument of Zagorian Women

   The last break is to the monument of the glorious women of Zagori.