Viros Gorge
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A gorge cutting from the mountain villages of Taygetos down to the sea at Kardamyli, with a trail passing monasteries and olive groves; a classic hike in Outer Mani.
Viros Gorge cuts westward from the mountain villages of Taygetos all the way to the sea at Kardamyli, about 20 km long. The most popular route is a loop from Kardamyli through the mountain village of Exochora, down to the gorge floor, to visit two small monasteries hidden beneath the cliffs, St Sava and St Ioannis. The full loop takes about 3–5 hours and is well marked, with changing scenery of olive groves and cypresses along the way. The gorge floor is sweltering in summer, so spring and autumn are best. Bring plenty of water, and take care of falling rocks after rain.
Opening hours
All day