Project Description

1. The Rural Route

Abeliona - Vigla - Abeliona


Trail description

The route starts from Abeliona and gradually ascends on a dirt road that has a majestic view of the chestnut forest. The first stop is a small plateau, with perforated terraces that once defined the cultivated areas. At the edge of the plateau is the church of Agiannakovos (Agios Iakovos), where every year the villagers of Abeliona organize a festival. From there, an uphill dirt road continues along Mount Vigla.


It runs along the western slope of the mountain, with its scattered oaks, and overlooking the ridges of the mountains of the Neda valley, and in the background the sea. The end of the route is a point with a panoramic view, from where the Temple of Epicurean Apollo can be seen.


At the edge of the plateau is the church of Agiannakovos (Agios Iakovos), where every year the villagers of Abeliona organize a festival. From there, an uphill dirt road continues along Mount Vigla.


It runs along the western slope of the mountain, with its scattered oaks, and overlooking the ridges of the mountains of the Neda valley, and in the background the sea. The end of the route is a point with a panoramic view, from where the Temple of Epicurious Apollo can be seen.

Details

9.8 km h ‘ 3/5

Starting point: Abeliona

Ending poind: Abeliona

Main sights: Abeliona, Vigla

Connected to:  2. Walk in the Woods4. The Mythical Peak

Sightseeing spots

Abeliona

Built on the notorious crossroads of three counties, Arcadia, Ilias and Messinia, Abeliona is a traditional mountain village surrounded by chestnut forests and innumerable natural springs. Cobblestone streets and old stone houses, hiding images, sounds and scents from another era, reveal themselves for a moment, before the fresh, mountainous air drifts away. A place that turns simple daily delights, into unique experiences that you want to experience again.