Wanderführer Griechenland: E4 Peloponnes (221)

The Greek Peloponnese peninsula is the mountainous southern end of the Balkans and is still considered an insider tip for long-distance hiking. On the route of the European long-distance path E4, it can be crossed from north to south over a distance of 300 km. The tour starts in Diakopto on the Gulf of Corinth and ends in Gythio on the Laconian Gulf. On this crossing there are several mountain zones: the foothills of Mount Chelmos, the Menalo Mountains, the Parnon Mountains and the last days through the highest mountain range of the Peloponnese, the Taygetos. The intervening high and low plains are characterized by a fertile landscape and wrap the peninsula in an exuberant sea of ​​blossoms in the spring. On this long-distance walk, eventful passages through lonely nature, wild river valleys, dramatic gorges and alpine terrain alternate with small, semi-deserted mountain villages, lively, beautiful towns and the cities of Tripoli and Sparta. These provide ample opportunity to immerse yourself in the history of ancient Greece. You will also pass the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mystras behind Sparta. This walking guide provides comprehensive support for walkers on the Peloponnese adventure with suggestions for stages and splits, detailed route descriptions, information on accommodation and dining options and many tips on highlights, cities, transport and more.
The descriptions are supplemented with maps and elevation profiles and GPS tracks for download.