This is a 2.5km. trek, southwest of Panagia, to the renowned cave of Agios Ioannis which features an impressive décor of stalactites, stalagmites and pillars, as well as the so-called “cave milk” –rare stalagmitic substance in watery form. The cave is one of the biggest in the Cyclades and one of Greece’s most interesting. It also offers a wonderful view of the sea.
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1.5 hrs |
| Length of route | 2,600m |
| Elevation data | Path begins at an altitude of 165m and ends at 125m. |
| Grade of difficulty | Degree of difficulty: Medium |
| Starting point | Panagia village |
| Means of accessing starting point (public transport, taxi or private car) and parking info | Panagia is connected to the island’s asphalt road network, served by locally provided bus transport in the summer. |
| End of route | Agios Ioannis cave |
| Means of departing from end of route | Return route along the same path |
| Suitable season | Throughout the year. The annual August 28 service held inside the cave is the highlight. |
| Main sights along route | Featuring stalactite and stalagmite formations, Agios Ioannis cave ranks as the island’s most impressive natural monument. It offers a wonderful view of the sea. |
