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Hiking on the old railway path in the Asopos gorge
February 11 @ 08:00 - 17:00
€35.00
Hiking on the old railway path in the Asopos gorge.
In the heart of winter we hike and end our activity with a bath in the thermal springs of Thermopylae.
The Railway Trail dates back to the end of the 19th century, when the Kato Tithorea – Lianokladi railway line was built,
specifically the section between Asopos and Trachina stations. The trail was built to transport materials and animal
workers alongside the railroad, so it is still known today as “The Railroad Trail.”
Tunnels, bridges, abandoned stations, gorges, waters and endless images from nature follow us along the entire route.
The program starts on Sunday morning from Syntagma with the departure of the bus bound for a small traditional
settlement in Fthiotida where our path begins.
There we will start our hike and follow the old path (12 km) to a historic and well-known train stop during the interwar period.
The path throughout the hike offers beautiful images and a panoramic view of the area.
Upon completion of the activity, those who wish will go for a relaxing bath in the thermal baths of Thermopylae.
Food and coffee afterwards for everyone in Kamena Vourla and return to Athens.
Activities point
Thermopylae is the site of the Battle of Thermopylae between the Greek forces (including Spartans,
Thebans and Thespians) and the invading Persian forces, commemorated by Simonides of Ceos in the epitaph,
“Go tell the Spartans, stranger passing by, That here obedient to their laws we lie.” Thermopylae is the only land route large
enough to bear any significant traffic between Lokris and Thessaly. To go from north to south along the east coast of the Balkans
requires use of the pass. In ancient times it was called Malis, named after the Malians (Ancient Greek: Μαλιεῖς),
a Greek tribe that lived near present-day Lamia at the delta of the river Spercheios in Greece.
The Malian Gulf is also named after them. In the western valley of the Spercheios their land was adjacent to the Aenianes.
Their main town was named Trachis. In the town of Anthela, the Malians had an
important Temple of Demeter Amphictyonis, an early center of the Anthelan Amphictyony.
The hot springs from which Thermopylae takes its name.
The hot springs from which the pass derives its name still exist close to the foot of the hill.
Technical details
Hours : 5
Difficulty : 1 / 3
Distance : 15 klm
Cost and Tickets
- Hikes and transer €35
Tickets
What the company offers
We, at B.O.A. (Base Outdoor Activities), go the extra mile to ensure that every
member of our team is adequately trained and certified by all relevant authorities
and also use the most up-to-date and safe equipment available. Safe, sound and modern equipment
Certified guides for the activity
Certified first-aid guides
Team communication system
Guides that are Physical Education and Sport Science graduates
Team navigation/rescue/beacon system (GPS-BEIDOU-GLONASS)
Professional team pharmacy (GUIDE LEADER)
Photos/videos from the activity
Complimentary participation diploma
What you need to bring with you
Foul equipment for hiking
Sports shoes or Hiking
Light clothing for walking
Snack
Food
Safety – Health – Participation
In order to participate in any activity, you should be absolutely healthy and not have any health problem.
For a valid participation, you will need to fill the relevant participation form
on the website and accept the terms and conditions of the company.
Rules
The schedule may be altered or even cancelled due to unfit weather conditions or other unforeseen factors
that may occur and could hinder the safe completion of the activity. In all these cases, participant safety is
the most defining factor. In the case of a cancellation from the side of the company, the ticket value is returned
to the participants in full. The participation tickets are only valid for the activity and the date they are booked for.
Payment methods
Credit card
Cash
Bank transfer
Rules and more:
Name bank : Alpha Bank
Number GR5901403420342002002009972
