On Sunday, February 1st, Dromoi Zois heads out to Gouverniotissa and the Bulgarian Path.

As the organisers say:
“One chapel, two monasteries, trail and cobbled path, two hiking options – short or long – one with time for a coffee break, one without, wide open views for everyone, rough terrain for the experienced, gentler downhill for the beginners – this Sunday, we’ve got something for everyone. Time to get outside!”

The hike begins in Potamies, with a visit to the recently renovated Monastery of Panagia Gouverniotissa. From there, the group follows a narrow, unmarked trail up to the peak of Prophet Elias (565m), crowned by a small chapel. The panoramic view over the Aposelemis dam lake is more than worth the effort – a landscape not usually associated with Crete.

From the top, the route continues along a dirt road to the Monastery of Panagia Theogennitoros. Then, following the old Bulgarian Path, hikers descend towards Stalida, enjoying spectacular views over the northern coastline.

For those wanting a gentler hike, there’s an easier alternative: a visit to the charming village of Mochos, coffee in the lovely village square, and then a downhill cobbled path to Stalida – an ideal route for families with children.

Hiking duration: 03:30 (long route), 01:30 (short route)
Difficulty level: 1
At the end of both hikes, there will be free time for... spetsofai!

Departure point:
📍 Saturday Street Market (Agia Anna)
🕣 08:30 AM, Sunday 01/02/2026

This is a non-urban hike, so please wear appropriate clothes and shoes suitable for the terrain and season.

Registration & Info ONLY at:
📞 +30 2816007430 & +30 6947504650

In-person registrations available here:
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🕘 Contact hours: Monday – Friday 09:00–14:00 & 18:00–21:00

📌 Please note:

• Participation fees must be paid by Friday afternoon

• Cancellations by Saturday at 13:00

• No-shows must still pay their participation fee

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This itinerary is indicative and may be modified without prior notice if needed for the smooth operation of the excursion.