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Pini

Karpathos - South Dodecanese  >  Greece

This rural area with trees and rock formations on the island of Karpathos is a peaceful spot for birds and birding.

Added* by Renate Mattsson
Most recent update 29 május 2025

Description

This rural area between the village of Volada and Pini has a few old stavlos and just one family living here all year round. A peaceful spot for birds amongst trees and rock formations. Birds here like to rest on the electricity poles. Bird you can observe include Gyurgyalag, Eleonóra-sólyom and Héjasas.

Details

Access

Drive from Volada or Othos towards Lastos to reach Pini and park anywhere by the road. No public transport available to get here. Spend at least an hour. Press P on the map for directions.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Mountain , Canyon/cliff , Agriculture , Valley

Conditions

Mountainous , Hilly , Rocky , Dry

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring migration , Autumn migration

Route

Unpaved road , Paved road

Difficulty walking trail

Average walk

Accessible by

Foot , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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