Useful details
An old central-Andros stone path crossing villages, streams and terraces before reaching Panachrantos Monastery. Vegetation offers pockets of shade, but open traverses take the full northerly wind.
Distanceabout 10 km one way
Ascentroughly 750–850 m total
DifficultyModerate to demanding
Duration4–5 hours
Wind exposureModerate, higher on ridges
ShadeIntermittent near streams and settlements
AccessFrom Chora; return transport from the monastery needs planning
Best time07:00–11:00 in warm weather
Points that need attention
Old cobbles are slippery when wet and dry-stone passages need care. Confirm that the monastery and onward transport are available.