Corfu (Kerkyra) is the greenest of the Ionian Islands, lying off the northwest coast of Greece a short crossing from Albania. Its UNESCO-listed Old Town, shaped by Venetian, French, and British rulers, sits beside olive-covered hills, a mountainous north, and beaches ranging from the cliffs of Paleokastritsa to the sandy shores of the south. The island also has a distinct cuisine, with dishes such as pastitsada, sofrito, and bourdeto found nowhere else in Greece.
Top trails
Routes worth lacing up your boots for.
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Corfu Trail (Kavos to Agios Spyridonas)
The long-distance waymarked route running the length of Corfu from Kavos in the south to Old Perithia and Agios Spyridonas in the north, linking olive groves, villages, beaches and the Pantokrator massif.
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Mount Pantokrator Summit from Old Perithia
The ascent from the abandoned mountain village of Old Perithia to the highest point of Corfu, topped by the Pantokrator monastery and a radio mast, with views to the Albanian coast.
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Old Perithia Village Circuit
A gentle walk around Corfu's oldest abandoned village, among stone houses, churches and olive-clad slopes below Pantokrator, with the option to extend along Corfu Trail sections.
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Mount Agios Mattheos Ascent
The climb above the village of Agios Mattheos to the summit ridge, an open vantage point on southern Corfu with views over the Ropa plain and the Ionian Sea.
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Angelokastro and Krini Path
A short stone-path ascent from Krini to the Byzantine fortress of Angelokastro, perched on a cliff above the sea, with panoramas over the Paleokastritsa coast.
Trail difficulty levels
Pick a route that matches your fitness and experience.
Mostly flat, well-marked paths. Suitable for families and casual walkers.
Some elevation gain, longer distances. Requires basic fitness.
Significant climbs and exposure. Requires good fitness and route-finding.
Technical terrain, scrambling, or alpine conditions. Experience essential.
Local hazards
What to watch out for on the trail.
Sudden weather changes — always carry rain gear and warm layers.
Wildlife encounters — make noise on the trail and store food properly.
Trail conditions can deteriorate after rain — check recent reports before setting out.