Island Tours

Walking in Paradise, Melanes-Potamia

Embark on a diverse and extensive route, traversing the water-rich central expanse of Naxos. Begin by navigating the charming Kourounochori, with the historic Sommaripa/Fragopoulos tower house. The trail proceeds through a narrow walkway to Myli, passing idyllic watermills and the ancient aqueduct installations, concluding at Flerio. Explore the area’s quarries hosting half-finished giant 6th-century BC statues of Kouroi.

Ascend towards Potamia, revealing well-preserved threshing floors and lime furnaces. The marble paved pathway leads to Ano Potamia with its ancient fountain, showcasing the valley’s architectural gems like watermills, chapels, and tower houses. The trail splits at Ano Potamia, one path ascending to Messi Potamia and the other following the stream to Platanaki’s shady position with a stone-built laundry facility. A downhill detour at Lierado leads to the Kokkos tower. Conclude the journey at Kato Potamia, retracing the steps back to town.

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