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Wooden Bridge in the Lousios Gorge – Monastery Water Reservoir loop from Πέτρινο Γεφύρι Κόκκορη-Πολυγένη Λούσιου

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Wooden Bridge in the Lousios Gorge – Monastery Water Reservoir loop from Πέτρινο Γεφύρι Κόκκορη-Πολυγένη Λούσιου

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Wooden Bridge in the Lousios Gorge – Monastery Water Reservoir loop from Πέτρινο Γεφύρι Κόκκορη-Πολυγένη Λούσιου

02:13

6.25km

360m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 6, 2026

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1.52 km

Prodromou Monastery

Highlight • Religious Site

The monks' cells (and guest accommodation) cling to the rock like swallows' nests and are supported from below with sticks - adventurous and spectacular. The monastery has lunchtime rest from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and the legs must be covered, but for women not by trousers but by a skirt. You can borrow these at the entrance.
Besides, I wouldn't think it's such a tragedy to be here during closing times. It's more worth seeing from the outside anyway

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2.23 km

Wooden Bridge in the Lousios Gorge

Highlight • Bridge

The Lousios River flows through a stunning gorge, stretching from Karytaina to Dimitsana. With rapid waters and a narrow, forested gorge, it's great for hiking.

The river holds mythological importance, believed to be where Zeus washed after his birth, and was considered the coldest river in the world by Pausanias. This gorge is often called the "Mount Athos of the Peloponnese" due to the many monasteries along its walls, like Timiou Prodromou, Philosophou, Aimyalon and Panagias Kalamiou. It also boasts ancient water-mills for tobacco and gunpowder production, and at its southern end, you'll find the ancient city of Gortys.

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2.73 km

Old Monastery of the Philosopher

Highlight • Religious Site

Nestled near the Lousios River in Greece, these ruins would have looked quite different when the monastery first stood in the 10th century. Founded during the Byzantine era, it served as a spiritual and cultural centre, housing valuable manuscripts and religious relics.

The monastery had a turbulent history and played a vital role in preserving Greek Orthodox traditions and the artistry of the region.

You can visit any time. Although there are well-maintained steps, some of the ruined walls are unstable so take care whilst exploring. Take some water with you as you won't find any refreshments.

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3.14 km

New Monastery of the Philosopher

Highlight • Religious Site

The monastery is the “new building” (but also several hundred years old) of the old monastery 400 m further down the valley (worth seeing!).
During the Revolutionary War it played an important role as a hiding place. The Ottomans gouged out the eyes of many images in the chapel in revenge.

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5.29 km

Lousios Gorge — Before the Monastery Ascent

Highlight • Gorge

This effort was worth it

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5.29 km

Monastery Water Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Ruins of the former water reservoir for the Prodromos Monastery.

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5.71 km

View of Lousios Gorge and the cliffside church

Highlight • Gorge

6.25 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

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4.93 km

1.30 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.01 km

2.23 km

< 100 m

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Wooden Bridge in the Lousios Gorge – Monastery Water Reservoir loop from Πέτρινο Γεφύρι Κόκκορη-Πολυγένη Λούσιου

Prodromou Monastery

Wooden Bridge in the Lousios Gorge

Old Monastery of the Philosopher

New Monastery of the Philosopher

Lousios Gorge — Before the Monastery Ascent

Monastery Water Reservoir

View of Lousios Gorge and the cliffside church

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