Sifnos Hiking

Sifnos is an excellent destination for hiking in the Cyclades, having an array of marked routes that connect the island's main villages and settlements with some of its finest spots! Hike from Artemonas to Kamares, enjoy mountainside views, visit a wide variety of beaches, and see sights such as churches, caves, lakes, and old ruins!

Below are some of the recommended marked trails that one can follow on Sifnos.
We highly recommend that all hikers carry enough water, take the necessary sun protection measures, and wear shoes suitable for hiking. For the longer trails, it is best to bring food and basic first aid supplies.

Marked routes

• Trail 1: The Eternal Capitals (Agios Andreas - Artemonas)

Starting from the acropolis and the archaeological site of Agios Andreas, move through the countryside and find the Monastery of Panagia Vryssiani. Then, descend before reaching the old capital of Sifnos, Kastro, as well as Artemonas.
Length: 8.6 kilometers
Duration: 3 hours
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

• Trail 1a: Firogia - Agios Andreas

Take this ascending walk to reach the site of Agios Andreas from Firogia, south of Apollonia.
Length: 1.5 kilometers
Duration: 35 minutes
Difficulty: Easy

• Trail 2: Towards the Miraculous Saint (Kastro - Panagia Chrysopigi)

From the picturesque Kastro, head south and pass by some of the finest sights of the island, including Agios Ioannis Siderou Church, the village of Faros, and the beaches of Apokofto and Vlicho.
Length: 5.8 kilometers
Duration: 2 hours and 20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

• Trail 3: The Agricultural Road (Apollonia - Platis Gialos)

Travel through this trail from Apollonia to Kato Petali, the Monastery of Panagia Vryssiani, and the beach of Platis Gialos.
Length: 7.5 kilometers
Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy

• Trail 3a: Tholos - Panagia Chrysopigi

Instead of traveling to Platis Gialos from Tholos, take a left turn to reach Apokofto Beach and Panagia Chrissopigi Church, as well as the homonym Chrissopigi Beach.
Length: 3.6 kilometers
Duration: 1 hour and 20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

• Trail 4: Cedars, Olive Trees and the Sea (Platis Gialos - Fikiada looping trail)

This trail in Sifnos allows you to pass by Platis Gialos, the remote church of Profitis Ilias Kondou, the bay of Fikiada, and an old, abandoned mansion in the area of Moussia.
Length: 11.4 kilometers
Duration: 4 hours
Difficulty: Moderate

• Trail 4a: Vathi - Pyrgos Megalogianni

This small derail from Spilia Megalogianni allows you to reach the seaside village of Vathi.
Length: 2.2 kilometers
Duration: 55 minutes
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

• Trail 5: The Hidden Sides of Sifnos (Apollonia - Panagia tou Niliou - Vathi)

Begin your hike from Apollonia and travel through a narrow path to reach the settlement of Katavati, the church of Angeloktisti, the hidden valley of Skafi, and two rocky crags named Froudia Baronas.
Length: 9 kilometers
Duration: 3 hours and 50 minutes
Diffuculty: Easy to Moderate

• Trail 5a: Vougnou - Agios Nikolas Aerina - Froudia Baronas

An alternate pathway to reach Vathi, pass by Mavro Chorio, the chapel of Agios Ioannis, and the church of Agios Nikolaos Aerina, a spot with excellent views!
Length: 3 kilometers
Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

• Trail 6: Sifnos Insiders (Apollonia - Panagia Toso Nero looping trail)

The longest trail of Sifnos Island, this route from Apollonia passes churches, olive groves, the valley of Skafi, and the famous Steno Street.
Length: 15 kilometers
Duration: 7 hours
Difficulty: Moderate

• Trail 6a: Kamares - Kapsalos

Linking the seaside Kamares to the main path, this rough trail passes by the Mavri Spilia cave, which offers excellent views over the village.
Length: 2.7 kilometers
Duration: 1 hour and 25 minutes
Difficulty: Moderate to Hard

• Trail 6b: Firogia - Profitis Ilias

Hike up the hill to reach the Monastery of Profitis Ilias and enjoy the views it provides over the island!
Length: 3.6 kilometers
Duration: 1 hour and 50 minutes
Difficulty: Moderate

• Trail 7: The Pilgrimage Route (Artemonas - Agios Symeon)

Starting your journey from Artemonas, pass by its small alleyways, large countryside fields, and beautiful churches until you reach Agios Symeon Church.
Length: 6 kilometers
Duration: 2 hours and 15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

• Trail 7a: Apollonia - Kalabelas

This alternate route from Apollonia to Kalabelas offers a trip by the church of Agios Antypas and various landscapes.
Length: 1.6 kilometers
Duration: 35 minutes
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

• Trail 8: The Route of the Mines (Artemonas - Agios Sostis)

Begin this trip from the old mansions of Artemonas, move to the settlement of Agia Anna, and the homonym church of Agios Sostis.
Length: 3.5 kilometers
Duration: 1 hour
Difficulty: Moderate

• Trail 9: The Wuthering North (Kabanario - Cheronissos)

A descent from Kabanario to Cheronissos and Cheronissos Beach, this trail is filled with small-sized bushes, lots of rocks, and the impressive lake of Ambourdektis.
Length: 2.4 kilometers
Duration: 45 minutes
Difficulty: Easy

• Trail 9a: Ambourdektis - Agios Filippos / Agios Nikolaos

Go from Ambourdektis to the church of Agios Filippos while you pass by ruins of old towers.
Length: 1.8 kilometers
Duration: 35 minutes
Difficulty: Easy

• Trail 10: The Cursed Trail (Apollonia - Kamares)

An old donkey route connecting Kamares and Apollonia, this trail travels right by the main street and passes by Panagia Platanissa Church.
Length: 5.7 kilometers
Duration: 1 hour and 50 minutes
Difficulty: Easy

• Trail 10a: Kalabelas - Panagia Platanissa

Reach Panagia Platanissa from the neighborhood of Kalabelas in western Artemonas.
Length: 0.9 kilometers
Duration: 20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy