Mount Dirfys Hike – Elatias Forest & Steni, Evia

On Sunday 13 December 2026, we head to Steni, Evia, and the trails of Mount Dirfys! We walk among fir trees, pass the Chalkida Mountaineering Club hut and explore Elatias Forest. A Sunday mountain escape with a 7 km hike, followed by a stroll, coffee and something sweet in picturesque Steni.

🔶 What you will experience

Dense fir forest, mountain trails and a route connecting the Dirfys mountain hut with Steni. We step into the heart of the forest and enjoy time in the mountains at the group's pace.

Afterwards, we explore picturesque Steni, Evia, with time for a stroll, coffee and dessert in the company of Wanderlust.

🔶 The route

Our hike starts at the mountain saddle, heading towards Rachi Syka. We follow the route through Pyrgakia to the Chalkida Mountaineering Club (EOS) hut, a landmark on Mount Dirfys.

We then descend into Elatias Forest, walking among the fir trees. A gentle uphill section takes us to the next part of the route, before we follow the S2 trail downhill towards Steni, Evia.

The route is mostly downhill, covering 7 km, with 185 m of total ascent and 680 m of total descent.

After the hike, we enjoy a stroll around picturesque Steni, Evia, with time for coffee and dessert to round off our Sunday escape.

🔶 Highlights

• Rachi Syka & Pyrgakia: Our introduction to the mountain route.
• Chalkida Mountaineering Club hut: A landmark along the trails of Mount Dirfys.
• Elatias Forest: Hiking through dense fir forest.
• S2 trail: A forest descent to Steni, Evia.
• A stroll in Steni: Time for coffee and dessert after the hike.

🔶 Why choose this hike

Discover the forested slopes of Mount Dirfys, combining different trails in a single outing. From Rachi Syka and the mountain hut to Elatias Forest and Steni, we share 7 kilometres in nature with the Wanderlust group.

🔶 Practical information

• Date: Sunday 13 December 2026.
• Destination: Mount Dirfys – Steni, Evia.
• Distance: 7 km.
• Total ascent: +185 m.
• Total descent: −680 m.
• Route profile: Mostly downhill, with some uphill sections.
• Meeting point: Agios Antonios Metro Station.
• Meeting time: 06:40.
• Departure time: Strictly at 07:00.
• Additional pick-up points: Former Renault, Kalyftaki, Agios Stefanos (8i Kryoneriou), Chalkida KTEL Bus Station and Artaki.
• Transport: By tour coach.
• After the hike: A stroll, coffee and dessert in picturesque Steni, Evia.
• Booking: Advance payment required.

An information email with all participation details will be sent during the week of the trip. A Viber group chat will also be created to help with communication and group coordination.

🔶 Who can take part

This hike is suitable for people with a moderate level of fitness, who can walk 7 km on natural mountain terrain, including extended downhill sections.

The 680 m of total descent requires sure footing and care, following the guidance of the hike leaders.

Mandatory equipment: Hiking boots and trekking poles.

🔶 Included

• Transport by tour coach.
• Hike leader fees.
• A cereal bar and Naturals juice.
• Group first-aid kit.
• Professional public liability insurance.
• Iridium satellite connectivity.
• Satellite communication device.
• Activity planning and organisation.

🔶 Not included

• Anything not expressly listed among the activity's inclusions.

🔶 Useful links

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