At a glance
A forest walk in the hills behind Limassol that descends through native cypress stands towards Germasogeia Dam, with views down to the city. A shorter 3.7 km loop is available for those not going all the way to the dam.
- Region
- Limassol
- Distance
- 11 km
- Difficulty
- Challenging
- Time
- about 3–3.5 hours
- Route type
- Linear
- Start point
- About 3 km off the Parekklisia – Kellaki road via forest roads
What you'll see
- Views over Germasogeia Dam and Limassol
- Natura 2000 cypress woodland
- Optional 3.7 km circular route (grade 2, about 1.5 hours)
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.