Hiking or Running for Beginners in Thessaloniki

Organized by RUN HIKE

Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Occasionally sporty
Duration: from 1 hr to 2 hrs
Spoken languages: English, Greek
Minimum age: From 18 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: flexible More info
Opening seasons:

Activity description

Try out this unique trail in Thessaloniki by hiking or running. You’ll see waterfalls, caves, and historical buildings, all mixed up with nature and history facts. 5 km of pure fun and joy!

Activity
A new adventure awaits you in the second biggest city of Greece, Thessaloniki. If you want to explore something more than just its urban life, you can go running or hiking in this trail which offers the opportunity to pass by waterfalls, one-hundred-year-old ruins, and a canyon. Nature and history mix and match, and you can choose whether you want to make a run or hike for it!

Location
If you choose this route for running or hiking in Thessaloniki, you’ll get the chance to visit Platanakia, in Panorama district, follow the path of Vathillakos stream, reach the French springs and meet caves, waterfalls and historical buildings on the way.

What to expect
You’ll meet your guide at your arranged starting point, get a briefing and do some warmup. Once everyone’s ready, you’ll start with your running/hiking experience. A small break is always needed for some snacks and water! After you’ve rested, you’ll continue with your hike/run. Towards the end, you’ll have the chance to cool down, and you’ll return nice and easy to your starting point.

Additional Notes:
Ground type: Soil
Difficulty: Easy
Total length: 5 km
Total ascent: 135 m
Total descent: 130 m
Max altitude: 440 m
Min altitude: 320 m

Offers

1

Opening hours: 08:00-18:00. 

Pick up/drop off service is included. You should discuss the details with your guide. 

Activity requirements

You must be at least 18 years old to participate in this activity. 

Do not forget to bring
  • Appropriate and comfortable shoes
  • 500 ml of water
  • Spare dry clothes
  • Your best mood!
Sensation Level:

Chill

Fitness level:

Occasionally sporty

Duration:

2 hrs

Minimum age:

From 18 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Pick up from your arranged meeting point

Included:
  • 500ml of water
  • 1 energy bar
  • Electrolytes
  • Trekking Poles
  • Backpack/Belt
  • Photos
  • GPS session
  • Pick up/Drop off service
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Running
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Opening hours: 08:00-18:00. 

Pick up/drop off service is included. You should discuss the details with your guide. 

Activity requirements

You must be at least 18 years old to participate in this activity. 

Do not forget to bring
  • Appropriate and comfortable shoes
  • 500 ml of water
  • Spare dry clothes
  • Your best mood!
Sensation Level:

Chill

Fitness level:

Occasionally sporty

Duration:

1 hr

Minimum age:

From 18 years-old and up

Meeting point:

Pick up from your arranged meeting point

Included:
  • 500ml of water
  • 1 energy bar
  • Electrolytes
  • Trekking Poles
  • Backpack/Belt
  • Photos
  • GPS session
  • Pick up/Drop off service
100% secure payments
by credit card or Paypal

Meeting point

Pick up from your arranged meeting point Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 4 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
4 days
Cancellation between 48 and 96 hours prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
48 hrs
Cancellation 48 hours or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule

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