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Follow a river through shaded gorges to a 25‑meter waterfall and crystalline plunge pools on Evia. This family-friendly trek mixes a one-hour approach, easy river crossings and a refreshing swim—ideal as a half-day outdoor escape from Athens.
Follow a river through shaded gorges to a 25‑meter waterfall and crystalline plunge pools on Evia. This family-friendly trek mixes a one-hour approach, easy river crossings and a refreshing swim—ideal as a half-day outdoor escape from Athens.
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Operated by Nomads Path · Manikia, Euboea
You step off a quiet lane and the forest takes over—cool shade, the steady clack of pebbles underfoot and a river that dares you to follow it upstream. The approach to Manikia begins with roughly an hour-long hike from the village, the path alternating between packed dirt, exposed rock and shallow crossings until the canyon widens and the 25‑meter fall reveals itself.
moderate.
2–2.5 hours.
Suitable for families and people with basic fitness—comfortable walking, some scrambling and river crossings required
The approach to the river takes about one hour from the village trailhead; the full activity is typically 2–2.5 hours including swimming and breaks.
Yes—there are natural pools beneath the fall suitable for swimming; avoid using soaps or detergents and swim at your own risk.
Yes—guides describe the trip as family-friendly, but children should be comfortable with uneven terrain and shallow river crossings.
Manikia is roughly a two-hour drive from Athens by car; many visitors base themselves in Chalkida or drive directly to the village parking and hike from there.
Evia has a long rural history and many trail routes were originally used by villagers moving livestock or accessing terraces; local stonework and field patterns reflect that agricultural past.
The site relies on low-impact visitation—pack out waste, avoid bathing with soap, and stick to durable surfaces to protect riparian vegetation and water quality.
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