Evening hike on the Teisia of Madaris Path

The Salonica View team is organizing a one-day excursion and hiking on the Teisias of Madaris trail in the Brothers Forest.

A few words about our route:

Our route will start early in the afternoon from the Cyprus Handicraft Center in Nicosia and we will head towards the end of the dead-end dirt road to Madari near the fire station of the Forestry Department. The route is narrow at the beginning but after 200 meters it becomes smooth. There are short uphills and downhills, which are not particularly tiring and in some places, steps have been built. Also, in the path at many points, there are benches for rest as well as viewpoints. where we can enjoy the panoramic view of Troodos and many villages in the area. After completing our circular route and returning to the fire station, we will drink a glass of wine with a view of the sunset to end our day as it deserves! You can also bring your own snack or lunch and enjoy the relaxation with the mountain in the background.

Points of interest:

View and Landscape:
Along the route, the visitor enjoys panoramic views of Troodos, Mesaoria and the lower points of Solia. In close-up, the villages of Kannavia, Saint Irini, the Xyliatos dam, Lagoudera, Polystypos stand out, while at the end of the route, Pitsilia and the Limassol district open up before us. It is a landscape that combines mountains and greenery.

Flora and Vegetation:
The vegetation of Madari is reminiscent of the Troodos forest in many places, but it also has characteristics that are unique to the region. Along the route, Latzia shrubs (Quercus alnifolia) dominate, which in some places are so dense that they do not allow other species to thrive. At the same time, we encounter the Trachea Pine (Pinus brutia) and the rare Madari Juniper (Juniperus excelsa).

The variety of plants is impressive: from wild rose and wild apple trees to the endemic Nepeta of Troodos, the peony that blooms in spring, and the Cyprus cyclamen (Cyclamen cypricum).

Geology and “Teisia of Madari”:
One of the most impressive elements of the route are the imposing vertical rocks – known as “Teisia of Madari”. This is a rare geological phenomenon created by the successive intrusion of magma and the differential erosion of rocks over millions of years. These rocks are part of the Multiple Vein System and are formed mainly of diabase and microgabbro. Today, they stand like natural walls, creating a setting of unique beauty and scientific importance.

Hiking characteristics:

Starting point: End of the dead-end road to Madari near the Forest Department fire station

Length: 3 km

Time: 2 hours

Difficulty level: 2 Moderate

Form: Circular

Altitude of the highest point: 1550m

Participation cost (per person):

25 euros (hiking, organization, a glass of wine & bus transportation)

** Payment will be made on the bus (Ignore the automatic payment message you will receive).

The price includes:

1. Guide and organization
2. Trainers specialized in outdoor activities
3. Bus transportation from Nicosia with return
4. First aid kit
5. Hiking
6. A glass of wine

You must have with you:

1. Mountaineering or Good sports shoes
2. Mountaineering pants or leggings
3. Second shirt, socks, a small towel (change)
4. Snacks and Water
5. Backpack
6. Waterproof jacket (necessary)
7. Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
8. Tissues
9. Trekking Pole (optional)
10. Camera (optional)

Note 1. When you click to make a reservation, state in the message where you will take the bus for your departure (if there are 2 options).

Note 2. For the best operation of the event and for safety reasons, participants must comply with the instructions of the escorts.

Note 3. In case of cancellation of the event due to bad weather conditions, the excursion will be transferred to another date. Participants who cannot participate on the specific date will be refunded. However, if the weather conditions still do not allow the event to take place, the event will be permanently canceled and everyone will be refunded. In case of cancellation by participants 7 days or less before the event date, the money will not be refunded.

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