Walking in Cyprus

Cyprus offers far more to the walker than most visitors realise. Beyond the beaches and resorts lies a remarkably varied landscape of pine-forested mountain trails, dramatic gorges, ancient Byzantine churches and wild coastal headlands, all enjoying some of the best walking weather in the Mediterranean.

This comprehensive guidebook by Nike Werstroh and Jacint Mig covers 33 graded walks across southern Cyprus, ranging from 3 to 20km (2 to 12 miles) and graded 1 to 3 to suit walkers of all abilities. Clear route descriptions are paired with 1:40, 000 mapping and downloadable GPX files, along with practical information on refreshments, access, and parking for every walk.

• 33 graded walks are described across four areas, covering the Akamas Peninsula and the west, the Troodos Mountains and central Cyprus, and the south and east coasts, with walks taking between 1 and 7 hours


• Highlights include the Akamas Peninsula, home to the legendary Aphrodite and Adonis trails, the dramatic Avakas Gorge and the scenic Petra tou Romiou coastal trail near the birthplace of Aphrodite


• UNESCO-listed Byzantine churches and monasteries feature throughout, including the Asinou Trail, the Panagia tou Araka and the Machairas Monastery, combining outstanding walking with some of Cyprus's most significant cultural heritage


• 1:40, 000 mapping and downloadable GPX files are included for every walk, alongside detailed notes on history, geology, plants and wildlife to enrich every outing


• Year-round walking destination, with spring and autumn the ideal seasons, cooler Troodos trails offering relief in summer and the Akamas Peninsula accessible throughout winter

From the wild headlands of the Akamas Peninsula to the pine-scented trails of the Troodos Mountains, Cyprus has a walking landscape that surprises almost everyone who discovers it. This guidebook ensures you discover the very best of walking in Cyprus.