The Gropa Valley
Pyli – Palaiokarya
Just 10 kilometers from Pyli, travelers arrive at the enclosed valley and gorge of Gropa. The route traverses the Gropa Valley, from the Paleokarya waterfalls at the entrance to the end of the road in Ano Paleokarya. The road follows the northern side of the valley, offering a relatively short but picturesque drive. Due to its gentle inclines and limited length, the route is also ideal for hiking or cycling. Along the steep slopes beside the road and the gorge walls, visitors can observe a complete sequence of geological formations belonging to the Pindos Geotectonic Zone.
- At the entrance of the Gropa Gorge, one encounters the Paleokarya waterfalls and its famous stone arched bridge.
- Along the route lie the three settlements that form the community of Paleokarya: Kato (Lower), Mesi (Middle), and Ano (Upper) Paleokarya.
- On the southern side of the valley, mountain trails lead hikers to the ridges and peaks of the Agrafa Mountains, including Karavoula.
