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Vikos Gorge: Monodendri – Vikos

A gorge crossing with a steep initial descent, hours on limestone terrain and a final climb to Vikos village. The gorge depth limits mobile coverage and makes an early start essential.

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Useful details

A gorge crossing with a steep initial descent, hours on limestone terrain and a final climb to Vikos village. The gorge depth limits mobile coverage and makes an early start essential.

Distanceabout 12–13 km

Elevation changemajor descent followed by a final climb

DifficultyDifficult and remote crossing

Duration6–7 hours

Wind exposureLow on the floor, higher at the rim

ShadeFrequent in places, not continuous

AccessRequires transport between two different villages

Best timeEarly morning with ample daylight margin

Points that need attention

Slippery limestone after rain, rockfall and few escape points. Do not enter when thunderstorms or heavy rain are indicated across the wider catchment.

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