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Megalo Horio is also the starting point for the all-day hike to Mt Kaliakouda (2098m)
and back. If you fancy something more level, you can take a satisfying stroll along the
banks of the Karpenisiotis River on a footpath that begins opposite the village bus ter-
minal.
Back on the main road, at the foot of Megalo Horio, the riverside Gavros attracts
Karpenisi families in search of a good meal in the countryside, or a stroll along the
Karpenisiotis River.
With your own transport, you can visit the restored village of Koryshades , reached by
a marked turn-off about 3km southwest of Karpenisi.
Sleeping & Eating
Pension Agrambeli PENSION $$$
( 22370 41148; www.agrampeli.gr ; Gavros; d/tr from €60/70, ste €75-120, incl breakfast;
) This uniquely decorated mountain lodging in Gavros overlooks the river and Mt
Talakondia. The seven rooms vary in size and features, some with iron beds and locally
made rugs, others with kitchens and fireplaces.
Taverna To Spiti tou Psara TAVERNA $
(Fisherman's House, Gavros; mains €6.50-9; lunch & dinner) At this nearby and excellent
riverside taverna, a house speciality is fresh pestrofa (grilled wild trout; €8.50). The
handmade pites (€4), baked lamb (€9) and the owner's house-made wine justify the trip
from Karpenisi.
Getting There & Away
BUS
Two local buses depart Karpenisi (on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday) for Megalo
Horio, Mikro Horio and Gavros (€1.60, 25 minutes). Two buses head to Prousos (€3.40,
50 minutes); if you take the 5.45am bus, you can catch the 3pm return service. Check at
KTEL (22370 80013/4) as these are subject to change.
TAXI
From Karpenisi's central plateia it's €17 to Gavros, Megalo Horio or Mikro Horio; to
Prousos, about €35 (one way). A driver will wait for you for €10 per hour.
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