- Length
- 8 km
- Time
- 3 hours
- Type
- Linear (ends elsewhere)
- Altitude
- 1700 m
Difficulty: Difficult
Level at first, then downhill all the way.
Where it starts
By the Kampos tou Livadiou picnic site, off the Troodos to Karvounas road; it ends on the dirt road between Platania and Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis.
Directions to the trailThe pin is the middle of the route as mapped on OpenStreetMap; the start is described on the left.
Trails nearby
Livadi (wheelchair accessible)
EasyTroodos
A level gravel path built for wheelchairs, through black pine and juniper forest with century-old trees, to a viewpoint over the Chromium river and the Solea valley. Turn back at the viewpoint and, after about 100 m, follow the sign to the right to complete the loop.
- Length
- 1.5 km
- Time
- 30 minutes
- Type
- Circular
Kampos tou Livadiou
ModerateTroodos
A loop along the edge of the cliff through old black pines and junipers, with views over the Chromium river, the Solea valley, Morphou Bay and the top of Chionistra, and signs on the plants and the rocks along the way.
- Length
- 3 km
- Time
- 1.5 hours
- Type
- Circular
Kannoures - Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis
DifficultTroodos
Down the valley of the Karkotis river from its source, past the closed chrome mine, to the 12th-century church of Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis, painted and on the UNESCO World Heritage list. It can continue to Kakopetria.
- Length
- 9.5 km (12.5 km to Kakopetria)
- Time
- 3 hours (4 hours to Kakopetria)
- Type
- Linear
Good to know before you walk
What do the difficulty levels mean?
They are the Department of Forests’ own. Easy (1): gentle gradient, for all ages. Moderate (2): sudden climbs or descents or rough, narrow stretches, for adults in fair to good shape. Difficult (3): steep, rough or slippery terrain, for adults in very good shape, not for young children.
When is the best time to walk?
Spring and autumn. In summer, walk early in the morning, carry plenty of water and choose the shaded mountain trails; in winter the high Troodos trails can have snow and ice.
Is it safe to walk alone?
It is better to walk with others, stay on the marked path and tell someone your route. Carry water, a phone and a first aid kit, and a torch if you may be out after dark.
Who do I call in an emergency?
For a forest fire call 1407 (24 hours, free). For an injury or any other emergency call 112.
Can I light a fire or a barbecue on a trail?
Only in the fireplaces of official picnic sites, and never on days of high fire danger. The fire danger for each district is on our fire danger page.
Sources: “Cyprus Nature Trails” by the Department of Forests (2013 and 2023) and the Deputy Ministry of Tourism’s nature trails map (2026). Always check the Department of Forests’ notices for closed trails.