Overview

The section follows the main ridge of Seih-Sou hills overlooking the town. Then descends to Vathirema ravine and ascends again to Hortiatis village. Overall it is an easy, well shaded, but long hike, along well maintained trails.

Description

Start from the power station above Kavkatzoglio stadium and continue on tracks and paths gently uphill. Cross the ring road below a bridge by the city zoo and continue gently along a gully to just below Agios Vasilios chapel. Continue uphill passing by a few huts to gain the main ridge. Pass by Kranos and Artemis hills with superb views of the city. Continue, alternating between forest tracks and well trodden footpaths to the highest point of the route, the water reservoire above Asvestohori. Continue, now a bit downhill, on less shaded ground, finally joining the road Panorama-Hortiatis. Take a track on the opposite side eventually joining the footpath coming from Thermi along the Vathilakos ravine. After crossing the stream turn steeply right at a junction, uphill, passing by  a sheepfold. Continue to Hortiatis village square.

Amenities

In Hortiatis village you may find all amenities of a small town.

Signposting

The are irrelevant signs that you must ignore. Rely on a GPS to avoid getting lost in the extensive trail network.

Transportation

The trailhead may be reached easily by foot e.g. from white tower or by bus. From/To Hortiatis take the local bus No. 58 and then No. 61.

Notes

Water is not available along the route.