Nature trails in Troodos National Forest Park

The Troodos Mountains offer a diverse network of trails leading to the island's highest point, Mount Olympus, at 1,952 meters. This circuit features the Millomeri and Caledonia waterfalls, some of the tallest in Cyprus, alongside the reclaimed asbestos quarry and the A.G. Leventis Botanical Garden. Hikers can observe endemic flora and panoramic views extending to the Limassol coastline from various lookout points, including Kokini and Gerokamina.

Millomeri Waterfall

One of the highest waterfalls in Cyprus, with a drop of 15 meters. Located near Platres, it is accessible via a short nature trail or by road.

Olympus

Olympus, or Chionistra, at 1,952 metres, is the highest point in Cyprus. It is located in the Troodos Mountains of Cyprus.

Troodos Mountains

Troodos is the largest mountain range in Cyprus, located in roughly the center of the island.

Kaledonian Waterfalls

Situated at an altitude of 1,330 meters, these falls are reached via a 3-kilometer trail from Pano Platres. The water drops from a height of 12 meters.

Mesa Potamos waterfall

A 7-meter high waterfall located near the Mesa Potamos Monastery. The surrounding area features a picnic site and a trail through dense pine forest.

Hantara Waterfall

An 8-meter waterfall located on the Diplos Potamos river near Foini village. It is accessible via a dirt road and features unique volcanic rock formations.

Kokini

Mountain viewpoint overlooking the southern valleys and ridges of the Troodos range.

Gerokamina

Roadside viewpoint providing vistas of the southern slopes between Platres and Troodos.

View of abandoned asbestos quarry

Overlooks the massive Amiantos asbestos mine, which is currently undergoing extensive reforestation and ecological restoration.

View of Limassol

High-altitude vantage point offering views extending to the Akrotiri peninsula and the Limassol coastline.

viewpoint

Scenic lookout point in the northern Troodos region providing panoramic forest views.

Botanic Garden

Garden showcasing the diverse flora of the Troodos Mountains, located at the site of the former Amiantos mine.

Botanical Garden of Troodos "A.G. Leventis"

Botanical garden featuring a herbarium, visitor center, and specialized collections of endemic and threatened mountain plant species.

Platania

Forest picnic site near Kakopetria, set within a valley of plane trees and equipped with wheelchair-accessible facilities.

Prodromos Picnic Site

Picnic area situated near the Prodromos Reservoir, surrounded by black pine and cedar trees at high altitude.

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