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Thirasia Trail 4 - Manolas - Kera (Monastery of the Dormition of Virgin Mary)
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Photo: Vasilis Deligiannis, Paths of Greece
Take this route to the SE edge of the island to find beautiful chapels and ruins before reaching the abandoned Monastery "tis Keras"
This route connects the settlement of Manolas with the Monastery of Kera which is dedicated to the Dormition of the Virgin. The route starts at the settlement of Manolas and follows the main road of the settlement in a southerly direction. The route soon enters an uphill cement road and successively approaches 3 beautiful chapels, each with its own courtyard, posing as welcoming rest spots to tired hikers. The concrete road is abandoned at some time, to move in a slightly eastern direction on a dirt road that gives way to a path, which climbs towards the imposing church of Prophitis Ilias on top of a hill that stands atop the wider area. Here in the courtyard of the church and next to some buildings associated with the celebration of the church's nameday, the hiker will be able to see the Monastery of Kera on the edge of the island, as well as the ruins interspersed in the space in between. In this next section one moves according to the ruins that attract his interest, as long as they keep the Monastery of Kera as a bearing. The route will eventually lead the hikers to the dirt road that ends at the Monastery of Kera with no sign of trail before that. The end of this route brings the hiker to a special monument of this region with panoramic views of this edge of the island. The route is accessible, although improvements in its passability and markings would be useful.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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Profitis Ilias chapelMonastery of Kera
Tips and suggestions
Since the route leaves the hiker at this faraway place, one should probably either call for the taxi to pick them up, or keep in mind the 2.8 km long dirt road that brings them back to Manolas in approximately 45 minutes. Returning from the same route is also an option.
Monastery of Kera
Public transport
In Thirasia there is a municipal bus that runs from Riva to Manolas and Potamos.
Route information: 22860 29238, 29143
There is also the local taxi which will probably be waiting at the port for every boat arrival. One can call it at 697 699 5236.
Directions
There is no direct ferry connection from mainland Greece to Thirassia.
Access to the island is from Santorini. The distance is short and the Santorini - Thirasia route takes from approximately 10 to 45 minutes depending on the ferry and the port of departure.
There are 3 different ways to get to Thirassia:
From Athinios (Santorini's main port): This is the only way to get to Thirassia bringing along your car. One can take the local ferry or the Seajets liner (Andros Jet). The routes run several times a week.
From Ammoudi (port of Oia): The distance from Ammoudi to the port of Riva is the closest between Santorini and Thirasia. A local boat makes daily routes to Riva and Corfos.
From the old port of Fira (Mesa Gialos): To get from here to Thirassia you should contact one of the tourist agencies of Fira that organize excursions to the islands around Santorini.
For the final confirmation of the itineraries, the phone number of the Port Authority in Fira is 22860 22239 and the information numbers are 22860 29238, 29143.
Coordinates
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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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