Trail Nr3: Kannaviou Loop
A Trail through the Paphos Forest
Kannaviou is a village situated on the border of the Paphos Forest and is also the location of one of Paphos’s water reservoirs. The Kannaviou Loop climbs approximately 30 Kilometres through the dense Pine forests with scenic views of the Dam and surroundings. While it is a tough climb the scenery and following descend makes it well worth it. You also get a chance for a drink and food break at Stavros tis Psokas. Once you reach the peak of the climb the loop follows a descent along the E4 Trail along the Ezousa Riverbed returning on the opposite side of the Dam.
Trail Stats
Total Distance: 58Km
Total Elevation: 1434m
Total Time: 4:30hrs
Difficulty Level: 8/10
Loop: Yes
Trail Features: Plenty Climbing, Plenty Descending
Notes: The Kannaviou Loop is an 8/10 Trail mostly due to the 30km of climbing to get to the peek, it is also easy to get lost in the Forrest as Trails are not marked and many trails can lead you in the wrong direction. Ensure you are well prepared before attempting this loop. Guide is highly recommended.
About Paul Dyonisiou
Paul is an avid Mountainbiker with many years of riding under his belt. After training as a Mountainbike Guide in the UK Paul decided to move back to his home country Cyprus and persue his passion, Cycling.In 2015 Paul sold his Home in the UK and moved to the village of Inia in Cyprus which lies on the edge of the Akamas peninsula and was his families home for many generations. Paul established Akamas Mountainbike Tours and quickly became known as one of the Islands best Cyling Tour Guides. If you want to reach out to Paul you can check out his website click here or connect with him on his Facebook Account click here
