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The Amorgos walk 6, called Valsamitis is a classic.
Difficulty level: Medium (67/100)
Length: 5.9 km
Duration: 01h10
Total ascent: 259 m
Maximal slope: 14.4 %
Average slope: 4.4 %
Net ascent: 0 m
Total descent: 259 m
Paved roads: 1.79 km (30 %)
Cobblestones: 0 m (0 %)
Car free roads: 1.26 km (21 %)
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Water rich area
Amorgos does not have many alluvial areas. But this rich agricultural area with deep soils …
Pascal BrackmanA dam was built here to capture the scarce water on Amorgos. You can see an overflow on the left.
Pascal BrackmanHere the limestone crops out above the slate, at a height of about 300m. The photo was taken from …
Pascal BrackmanHere the limestone crops out between the layers of slate. Presumably this limestone/marble was …
Pascal BrackmanIn this area full of historical agricultural terraces, a lot of grain was grown. And that also had …
Pascal BrackmanTraditional flat roofed dwelling. The chimneys are also striking. They are baked earthen pots.
Pascal BrackmanHere you can see a nice knee fold in the slate, an indication that this rock has received quite a …
Pascal BrackmanFrom the hill where Ancient Minoa was built you have an excellent view of Katapola Bay.
Pascal BrackmanYou didn't want to be here on 9 July 1956. A large earthquake occurred that generated a local tsuna…
Pascal BrackmanHere starts walk 6, Valsamitis .
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