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View of Mikro Papingo – Astraka Hut loop from Πάπιγκο

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View of Mikro Papingo – Astraka Hut loop from Πάπιγκο

Hard

4.9

(84)

444

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View of Mikro Papingo – Astraka Hut loop from Πάπιγκο

06:31

13.8km

1,080m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 5.97 km for 19 m

After 7.81 km for 19 m

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Bus stop

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718 m

Avragonia Fountain

Highlight • Natural Monument

Water source, in October 2019 with water

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1.84 km

Potable Water Fountain at Pindus National Park Shelter

Highlight • Rest Area

Water also in August 2021. Shade under a roof.

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2.87 km

Shelter in Pindus National Park

Highlight • Mountain Hut

no water

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2.96 km

View of Mikro Papingo

Highlight • Viewpoint

The climb is worthwhile for interesting views back to the valley and the villages.

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4.96 km

Fifth Fountain (Pindus National Park)

Highlight • Rest Area

Water source, in October 2019 with water

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5.19 km

Astraka Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Mountain hut on a saddle with a fantastic view. Overnight and management. Taking off your shoes is also a must for eating ;-)

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6.87 km

Dragon Lake (Drakolimni) below Astraka Hut

Highlight • Lake

13.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.88 km

3.34 km

550 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.1 km

1.11 km

439 m

111 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 28 July

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Comments

September 20, 2023,Von Mikro Papigko zum Aussichtspunkt oberhalb Astraka Refuge und zurück

Technically the tour is easy, the path is neither difficult to find nor does it lead along precipices, nor are there any extreme climbs (as long as you don't use any shortcuts), but you do need a bit of fitness. However, anyone who thinks that they have to run up the shortcuts (!) with sandals, without a hat, in the …

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August 23, 2023,Micro Papingo to Astrakas Refuge loop

Harder than expected - start very early in the morning if you want to make it to Drakolimni on the same day

November 10, 2024,Day 64 - Dragon Lake

A spontaneous trip to Dragon Lake made Sunday an unforgettable adventure.

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June 13, 2022,Von Mikro Papingo zum Drachensee (Drakolimini) über Berghütte Astraka (Pindos-Gebirge Nordgriechenland)

Of course, 1370 meters uphill is exhausting, but the path is rarely steep and runs well, so that you don't feel that extreme. Of course, this is not an easy tour. The landscape above the tree line is barren but attractive, and the many beautiful mountain flowers are particularly inspiring. Little newts, the "little dragons", live in the Drachensee. At …

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September 12, 2023,Astraka mountain hut and Drakolimni lake

A fantastic but long climb to this mountain hut where we spent the night. Wonderful in the middle of nowhere

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June 11, 2024,1.Tag. Zagoria Trek. Papigo zur Astrahütte Dragon See

We started with a very good breakfast.
We walked through the village, no idea how many nice little cafes there are in this place.
After about 3 km we passed beautiful natural pools.
By chance, when we stopped for a photo, our supply truck (5 horses) passed by, fully packed.

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View of Mikro Papingo – Astraka Hut loop from Πάπιγκο

Avragonia Fountain

Potable Water Fountain at Pindus National Park Shelter

Shelter in Pindus National Park

View of Mikro Papingo

Fifth Fountain (Pindus National Park)

Final Stage to Astraka Hut

Astraka Hut

Dragon Lake (Drakolimni) below Astraka Hut

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