Overview

Although exclusively on roads this section provides nice views of northern Pindos mountains.

Description

Take the main road west, to Eptahori, and after about 500m turn left on a track climbing gently the forested slopes of Kirkouri mountain. Continue along a ridge, and then out of the forest, through high pastures past a few sheperd huts to reach a saddle where a paved road coming from Samarina joins. Magnificent views of several Pindus peaks. Turn left and follow this road down the valley to complete the hike in Samarina village.

Amenities

Samarina offers several hotels and restaurants.

Signposting

Very few E6 signs on the second part of the route.

Transportation

None.

Maps

Anavasi map "Gramos, Smolikas, Voio, Vasilitsa" (1:50000)