At a glance
A pair of loops from the Smigies picnic site in the Akamas, with a short 2.5 km option and a longer 6 km circuit past old mining relics. Both offer views across both sides of the peninsula.
- Region
- Paphos
- Distance
- 6 km
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Time
- about 1–2 hours
- Route type
- Circular
- Best season
- Year-round
- Start point
- Smigies picnic site, 2.5 km from Neo Chorio
What you'll see
- Views to Lara Bay and Chrysochou Bay
- Old mines and abandoned kilns (long loop)
- Piana fire lookout
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.
- 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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