Skiathos Trail 05 - The Roads of the Monastery
This trail connects the capital of Skiathos with the monastery of Evangelistria, giving access to the rest of the network, either towards Kastro or towards the north-west part of the island.
This path is one of the network’s main ones. Through exceptional paths, it unites Chorio to the Monastery of Evangelistria offering a route through olive groves, agricultural landscapes, viewpoints, impressive cobbled streets, little chapels and springs. This route also acts as a main connection route between Chorio and the rest of the network on the north part of the island. The hiker can then make his way from the Monastery of Evangelistria to Agios Charalambos and Kastro through another route.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Rest stops
Church of Agios TaxiarchisResting Point with a View
Evangelistria Monastery
Agalianous Fountain
Non-functioning water fountain
Non-functioning water fountain
Church of Agios Dionysios
Church of Agioi Anargyroi
Agios Dimitrios fountain
Church of Agia Eirini
Shrine of Agios Alexandros
Agios Taxiarchis fountain
Church of Agios Taxiarchis
Bus stop
Drinking water fountain of Stamelos
Threshing floor
Church of Zoodochos Pigi
Vineyard
Kafenio
Resting Point with a View
Evangelistria Monastery
United trees
Agalianous Fountain
Vineyards and winemaking
Public transport
To move around while on the island of Skiathos you have many options. Either to use your own vehicle, rent a vehicle, travel by bus, or by taxi. For bus schedules you can visit the following link: https://www.skiathos.gr/en/transportation/moving-in-skiathos/bus.html . Information and taxi details can be found in the following link: https://www.skiathos.gr/en/transportation/moving-in-skiathos/taxi.html .
Directions
You can access Skiathos Island by ship through the following ports: Volos, Alonisos, Skopelos (Glossa), Thessaloniki, Agios Konstantinos, Mantoudi.
You can also arrive to Skiathos by flying dolphin or Catamaran High speed through the following ports: Thessaloniki, Volos, Agios Konstantinos, Alonissos, Skopelos(Glossa), Skopelos, Trikeri (Pilio)
Airline connections from Athens Airport "El. Venizelos" to Skiathos Airport "Alexandros Papadiamantis" can be found throughout the year. During summer you can access Skiathos from all over the world, by a combination of flights or directly to Skiathos.
Coordinates
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This route is not suitable for persons with walking disabilities and wheelchair users.
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This route is not suitable for hearing impaired and deaf persons.
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This route is not suitable for visually impaired and blind persons.
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This route is not suitable for persons with cognitive disabilities.
Equipment
Hiking boots, hat, sunscreen, long trousers, walking poles are considered essential. It is also advised not to walk alone and to always keep with you a first aid kit. A torch, and a well charged mobile phone are also advised.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

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