Hike· Amorgos· Greece — Cyclades
Minoa Ancient Town Hike (Amorgos)
36° 49.3′ N · 25° 51.7′ E
An easy loop from Katapola up to the hilltop ruins of ancient Minoa (walls, gymnasium, stadium and a temple) with views straight down onto the anchored boats.
Practical
Waymarked path 6 'Valsamitis': 7.4 km loop, about 2 hours, easy. Katapola, Agios Georgios Valsamitis monastery, Agia Marina, ancient Minoa, back to Katapola (amorgos.gr). Highlights include the city walls, stadium, gymnasium, the temple of Dionysus, a Cycladic cemetery and an arch-shaped Mycenaean tomb. Some stretches have loose stones, so wear ankle-supporting shoes, a hat and sunscreen, and carry water. A KML track is downloadable from amorgos.gr. Sailingissues gives about 45 minutes by the winding route straight up to the ruins.
Best for
Two-hour archaeological walk from the boat
Season
Early morning or late afternoon in summer