Walks in Cyprus – Genesis Aphrodite’s Trail

Walks in Cyprus – Genesis Aphrodite’s Trail

WALKS IN CYPRUS - GENESIS APHRODITE'S TRAIL

white cliffs and sea views

Googlemap Starting Point: Genesis Aphrodite’s Trail.

Length: Approx 10.5km
Time: Approx 2.5 – 3 hours

A very popular walk that runs between the top of Pissouri Village, near Pine Bay Resort residential area to the ‘Prolimnos Dog’s Beach’ and back. The official starting point is the Dog’s Beach, which is located near Aphrodite Hills Resort (around 6km), however we recommend starting and ending in Pissouri instead; where it’s easier to park and the start of the walk is flatter. This also gives you the opportunity to stop and enjoy the pebble dog beach in the middle of the walk – you could even take a picnic to enjoy there too.

Walking in Cyprus is a real pleasure, especially at springtime and after late summer (July and August is a little hot for hiking, unless you’re good with the heat!). This trail is best known for its views of the white cliffs (Cape Aspro) that run along the coast between Pissouri and Aphrodite’s Rock, the mythological birthplace of Aphrodite, the Goddess of Love. They are simply spectacular, especially against the backdrop of the seemingly never ending, vast Mediterranean Sea shimmering beautifully beyond vision.

Park up just past the Pine Bay Resort residential area in Pissouri where the Genesis Aphrodite’s Trail begins through a brief pine forest that then opens up to flat fields (where there are some horses and often, goats). Follow the flat fields for some distance and keep your eyes peeled for the hiking information board on the right hand side of the path – it is a little tricky to spot and looks like it might take you a little off-piste, but despite appearances it is the correct way to go. The path is easy to follow beyond this point, and ends at the pebble beach known as ‘Dogs beach’ next to the B6 road that runs along the coast between Paphos and Limassol. This is not a circular path, so once you reach this point, it is a case of turning back and enjoying the views for a second time.

A lovely blog that documents the Genesis Aphrodite’s Trail, together with a suggested app for the route, is Discovercyprus.blog.

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Cyprus Culture – Some Handy Greek Phrases

Cyprus Culture – Some Handy Greek Phrases

Cyprus Culture – Some Handy Greek Phrases

It's All Greek To Me!

It’s always fun to learn some local phrases when you are travelling abroad. While English is widely spoken to a high standard across the island, learning some basic Greek words will come in handy and will be warmly appreciated by your hosts.

Enjoy practicing your Greek…

Alpha-Bet-a:

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Walks in Cyprus – Aphrodite Trail

Walks in Cyprus – Aphrodite Trail

Walks in Cyprus – Aphrodite Trail

Coast Walk with a View

Googlemap Starting Point: Aphrodite Trail.

Length: Approx 6km
Time: Approx 3 hours
This is the nearest walk to Aphrodite Hills and is a lovely one! From the bottom of the resort turn left and almost immediately across the road, you will see a dirt track which leads to the trail that follows the coast towards Aphrodite’s Rock. If you are in a car, park in the picnic area car park opposite the road and follow the dirt track from there. There are small dark brown wooden signs with arrows that help to indicate that you’re on the right path.

The undulating path takes in breathtaking views of the sea and offers a cooling onshore breeze most days. Cool off with a swim around Aphrodite’s Rock at the end or have a well earned drink in the cafe opposite Petra tou Romiou (Aphrodite’s Birthplace). You can also follow the track up the hillside from the cafe car park and continue the path here, where there is a well placed bench that offers the most beautiful viewing point of Aphrodite’s Rock – enjoy!

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