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View over Matala Bay – View of Paximadia Dio loop from Mátala

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View over Matala Bay – View of Paximadia Dio loop from Mátala

Moderate

3.5

(4)

22

runners

View over Matala Bay – View of Paximadia Dio loop from Mátala

00:49

6.00km

190m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

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After 82 m for 134 m

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After 5.79 km for 134 m

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Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

1.46 km

View over Matala Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

Here you have a great view over the bay of Matala. One stands directly over the famous caves of Matala - a descent is however not possible. The way there …

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2

3.07 km

View of Paximadia Dio

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3

3.10 km

View of Kommos Beach and the Psiloritis Mountains

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

You can do a great circular hike with a view of Matala via Kommos Beach.
My tour: "From Kommos Beach over the cliffs to Matala 🅿️⭕👍"

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4

3.87 km

View of Kommos Beach and Mount Ida

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The beginning of the path at the Mystical view is somewhat hidden. Right past the fenced and right past the bush. Something end and exposed

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B

6.00 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.36 km

1.62 km

806 m

218 m

Surfaces

4.92 km

422 m

196 m

188 m

123 m

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