Dirfi is the main mountain of Evia, as it occupies most of its central part. Its highest peak (1,743 meters), Delphi, is the highest mountain of all the Greek islands after the mountains of Crete. Hiking mountain Dirfis is a must-do for all hikers of all levels!
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The mountain range of Dirfis has rugged terrain and remarkable flora and fauna. The slopes of the mountain are blessed with dense vegetation of chestnut, oak, and fir trees and numerous springs and streams. The mountain has pine trees, chestnuts, oak trees, fir trees, many steep parts, and a rich fauna. Each year there is a lot of snow on its high peaks and for this reason it has so many springs of flowing waters. The highest peak is the area of Delphi reaching an altitude of 1734 meters with panoramic views of the Aegean Sea and the Euboean Gulf.
The southern part of the mountain is covered with wild mountains and the eponymous tea plants surrounded by dense vegetation while the northern part of the mountain is dry and bar watered from the rivers of Metohi and Stropones. Numerous signposted trails are offered for hiking and walking lovers. The mountain has been included in the protected areas in the European Network of Natura 2000.
Highest elevation (Delfi) 1743m.
Distance 100 km from Athens 486 km from Thessaloniki
Shelters Michalis Nikolaou: tel. (+30) 22280 25665
Recommended routes
Agali gore- Kratia spring- Steni Evias: Begin your hike from the football court just outside Ag. Athanasios village. Take the dirt road and then walk along the river until you come across an uphill path on your right. Follow the signs all the way to Kratia spring. After this point, waymarks become less clear and you will have to plan your route carefully. It is advisable to wear a helmet for protection; falling rocks are not an unusual sight within the gorge, especially after heavy rainfall. You should head east, aiming for the mountain’s ridge, then walk south towards the peak. Here the pitch is milder, whilst the view of the Agean sea on your right and Evoikos bay on your right will make you forget all about your tired feet.
Nearby sights
Evoia is renowned for its dragon houses, scattered on the island’s mountain ranges. The best-preserved ones are on the slopes of Ochi, but there is one on Dirfys, too- located outside Glyfada village at an altitude of 160m. The area’s most visited villages are Steni and Stropones. During the spring, summer, and autumn months you may camp on one of the beaches at the mountain’s eastern foot- though it might be difficult to find an empty spot in July and August.
Sources: www.mountainsgreece.com
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