The Greek islands are famous for beaches, whitewashed villages and endless blue seas, but some of their most memorable places are best discovered on foot. Beyond the busy resorts, old paths still cross mountains, olive groves, volcanic landscapes and tiny villages where life moves at a completely different pace.
Some islands are particularly rewarding for travelers who enjoy walking. And while several famous Cycladic islands immediately come to mind, one of Greece’s greenest islands offers a walking network that can take you across almost the entire island.
12Kefalonia – Mountains Above the Ionian Sea
Kefalonia may be famous for Myrtos Beach and its spectacular coastline, but the island has a surprisingly mountainous interior.
Mount Ainos dominates the landscape and gives walkers the opportunity to exchange crowded beaches for forests, rocky slopes and panoramic views across the Ionian Sea.
The island is particularly suitable for travelers who want hiking to be part of a wider holiday rather than the sole purpose of their trip. You can spend a morning exploring the mountains and still finish the day beside the sea.
Spring and autumn are particularly attractive for walking, when temperatures are usually more comfortable and the island feels considerably quieter than during peak summer.
