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This trail takes the hikers from Artemonas to the ancient mines in the northeast of Sifnos.
Starting with an interesting strolling between the large 19th c. mansions of Artemonas, the trail moves uphill till the village of Agia Anna. From there, you will walk on a “balcony trail”, enjoying endless views to the Aegean sea and the Cyclades. The trail will pass through Agios Minas agricultural settlement. A little after the village, there is a wooden gate that you should pass through.
The place is called “Portes of Agios Sostis” (translated “the doors of Agios Sostis”). Here the vegetation changes. The slopes are harsher and drier. The trail, after a few hundred meters from the gate becomes large, with many steps, and is probably ancient. You will be walking on the footsteps of the ancient miners, that worked under hard conditions on the lead and silver mines, till you reach the end of the trail, at the church of Agios Sostis. The mines, according to some theories, were in use since the Early Bronze Age (2800 -2200 B.C.). They were also used during classical times and again in the 19th and 20th c.
Author’s recommendation
Take only memories, leave only footprints. Ants and other insects or animals have not yet discovered how to consume plastic. Take all rubbish back with you.
Don’t start a fire if you feel cold. Try walking faster.
Smoking on the trail will not help in anything. Neither you, nor the risk of fire.
Local people are not a tourist sight! If you want to take a picture, kindly ask. They will certainly smile to you!
If you find a door on the trail, pass freely, and leave it as you found it.
Stay on the trail. There is a reason why for many centuries people chose to walk on them and not elsewhere.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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It is advised not to walk alone and to always keep with you a first aid kit.
Caution! It is very dangerous to enter the mine galleries. There is a high risk of hazard and accidents have already happened!
Tips and suggestions
Between Agia Anna and Agios Minas, a signpost indicates a short trail that leads to Panagia ta Mangana church. It is definitely worth visiting!
Public transport
Bus Connections: Artemonas (main square)
As for the bus transport inside Sifnos, for the updated bus timetable, please visit the following link:
http://sifnos.gr/en/transportation-bus-timetable/
Directions
You can get to Sifnos island by boat from Piraeus port, Athens. There is also a boat connecting the island to the neighboring islands of Milos, Serifos, as well as to Santorini and Mykonos. There are connections every day and the traveling time varies between 2 to 5 hours depending on the type of boat.
– Piraeus to Sifnos every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 14:50
– Sifnos to Piraeus every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday at 14:00
Be aware that these schedules might not appear on official travel websites but they are a reality.
Ferry Schedules and tickets:
https://www.vrisko.gr/en/ferry-routes-greece/piraeus/sifnos4
Coordinates
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Equipment
Hiking boots, hat, sunscreen, long trousers, walking poles are considered essential. A torch, and a well charged mobile phone are also advised.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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