At a glance
A popular shaded route that follows the Kryos Potamos stream down to the Caledonia Waterfall and on to Psilo Dentro near Platres. Rocky and damp underfoot in places, so wear proper shoes.
- Region
- Troodos
- Distance
- 3 km
- Difficulty
- Challenging
- Time
- about 1.5 hours
- Route type
- Linear
- Best season
- March to November
- Start point
- 350 m off the Troodos Square – Platres road (or from Psilo Dentro above Pano Platres)
What you'll see
- Caledonia Waterfall
- Kryos Potamos stream
- Shady riverside forest
Before you go
- Carry at least 1.5 litres of water per person and a hat; there is little shade on many Cyprus trails from May to October.
- Start early in summer and avoid the hottest hours (12:00–16:00).
- Wear proper walking shoes: paths are often stony and steep in places.
- This is a demanding route: allow extra time and don't walk it alone if you're not used to mountain paths.
- Routes can close after fires or storms. Check the official page for the latest status.
- In an emergency, call 112.
Map & official details on Visit Cyprus
Source: Deputy Ministry of Tourism (Visit Cyprus), checked October 2026. Description written by Expatify.
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