Hiking in the Agrafa Mountains

As hiking tourism continues to rise globally, it is increasingly viewed as a sustainable and low-impact path to rural development—an opportunity ideally suited to mountain areas like Agrafa. In recent years, hiking has gained significant popularity in Greece as well, with more people, both independently and in organized groups, seeking out beautiful, off-the-grid landscapes. 

For many European hikers—already steeped in a strong trekking culture—the desire to venture beyond the well-trodden Alps or Pyrenees leads them to the raw, authentic wilderness of the Agrafa.

The Role of Local Mountaineering Associations

In this pristine environment of exceptional natural beauty and rich biodiversity lies an impressive network of historic footpaths. Thanks to the ongoing efforts of dedicated individuals, many of these old trails have been restored and maintained.

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The Hellenic Mountaineering Club of Karditsa (EOSK) has spent over 15 years volunteering to restore and highlight numerous kilometers of trekking and mountaineering routes across Northern and Eastern Agrafa. Likewise, the Mountaineering Association of Agrafa (OSA) has carried out significant work in the Western Agrafa, particularly around the Kremasta Lake area.

Meanwhile, the social cooperative Terra Pindus is actively involved in mapping the long-distance Pindus Trail, and the organization Oxygen of Agrafa continues to maintain and promote several trails throughout the region.

Long-Distance Trails in the Agrafa

Multi-day treks are an emerging trend in the world of mountain hiking. Alongside shorter circular routes around local villages, they form the foundation for a growing network of trail systems across Agrafa and the broader Pindus range.

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Pilgrims’ Way – 65 km

A four-day, 65 km cultural and spiritual route suitable for novice and intermediate hikers. It connects three of Agrafa’s most significant religious monuments and offers a unique thematic trekking experience.

Via Agrafa – 91 km

A six-day, 91 km trail that begins in the eastern Agrafa and crosses the region’s rich natural landscape, including Lake Plastiras, before ending in the remote, rugged west.

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Pindus Trail – 630 km

Spanning the entire length of the Pindus Mountains, this 630 km route links Delphi to Prespa. A 96 km section between Delphi and Artotina has already been approved for development. The trail runs along the spine of the Pindus range and aspires to become the Balkans’ premier long-distance hiking route. Within the Agrafa range, 85 km of the trail pass through its core terrain.

Western Agrafa & Achelous Trail Network – 60 km

This network includes the Fteri Mountains and well-maintained routes by OSA around Lake Kremasta, as well as connections between Topoliana – Fousiana – Granitsa. The network also integrates the lakeside trail along the Achelous River, with extended connections to Lepiana – Raptopoulo – Vasileisi – Lithochori – Fteri – Vlachopoula – Epiniana, offering seamless links to the major crossings above.

Efforts are underway to certify sections of this trail network through the European Ramblers Association (ERA), which represents approximately 7 million hikers across Europe—a key demographic alongside the growing base of Greek trekking enthusiasts.

For more information:

Hellenic Mountaineering Club of Karditsa (EOSK)
email: info@eoskarditsas.gr
T/+30 694 079 4395 / +30 697 411 0853

Mountaineering Association of Agrafa (OSA)
email: edoagrafa@gmail.com
T/ +30 697 351 6259