Dreamlike Landscape – Platys 11 May

A wonderful blend of Strollers hiked on 11 May; in a thick forest along the banks of a river; in optimal cloudy weather; with spirited conversations around lunch, and contributions from frequent members as well as newcomers. That was a day that stands out in every participant’s weekly routine. That was a day that brought out the best of each one. This is the unparalleled character of the Cyprus Strollers. Compliments to Antonis for leading the activity and to Eleni for the photos. Join us next here https://cyprus-strollers.org/activities-description/kampos-livadiou-mnimata-piskopon-and-kampos-livadiou-circle-two-trails-19-may/

Easter Tuesday Platania – 7 May

We hiked and had a great time over lunch, perhaps our good mood was enhanced by the thought that we could manage to be out on a working day. Compliments to Elena and Franco for the beautiful photos. Join us next here https://cyprus-strollers.org/activities-description/platys-valley-11-may/

Good Friday Stroll: 9 Epitaphios in Old Nicosia

Nicosia Within the Walls had a feast day on Good Friday 3 May; over the entire afternoon, throngs of people standing patiently in line, in all churches, to receive the blessing of Epitaphios. Reviving an old custom, we venerated the Epitaphios in 9 churches: Chrysaliniotissa, Agios Kassianos, Agios Varnavas (Cathedral), Agios Philoumenos, Agios Antonios, Agios Savvas, Trypiotis, Agios Eleftherios and Phaneromeni. Compliments to Nicos for the photo. Best wishes for a Happy Easter.

Aedonian Rhapsody – Platres 27 April

We needed to wait for 10 years, to experience the first Club hike that was a treat to the ears, of all senses. On 27 April, for the largest part of the new Aedonian hike participants were elated by the melodious singing of the nightingales. Compliments to Anna and Elena for the photos. Best wishes for Easter. Join us next on Easter Tuesday, 7 May, at PLATANIA (note, new destination), for a hike + lunch delight https://cyprus-strollers.org/activities-description/petra-romiou-coastline-17-feb/

Flowers around – Kapedes 21 April

The hike to Agios Onoufrios on 21 April was a twin feast; first of flowers, then of the rich buffet at lunch. Compliments to Nicos for his leadership and to Elena and Anna for the photos. Join us next here https://cyprus-strollers.org/activities-description/platres-aedonian-27-april/

Bridges on our way – Caledonian 13 April

On a perfectly cloudy day, a large gathering of Strollers cheerfully climbed up along river Kryos Potamos and then round the slopes of Pouziaris. We thank Elena and Eliza who playfully counted 17 wooden bridges assisting hikers crossing the river. Then there was one crossing with a slightly unstable wooden plank, for which we experienced a marvelous display of camaraderie from Martin, who offered more than a helping hand. Compliments to Eleni and Dimitris for the photos. Join us next here https://cyprus-strollers.org/activities-description/kapedes-agios-onoufrios-21-april/

P.S. We express our sympathy to Lisa who, having fallen behind and cut off from the group, she stumbled on a stone, fell, and fractured her wrist.

Enjoyable Madari – 7 April

A very large gathering of Strollers, of all ages, from many nationalities, including newcomers, expressed themselves freely, hiking at Madari with a choice of length, and then over lunch. Compliments to Antonis for leading the Grand Circle and to Elena, Petros and Manish for the photos. Join us next here https://cyprus-strollers.org/activities-description/caledonian-waterfall-pouziaris-13-april/

Plurality of Expression – Platania 30 March

The hike from Platania to Doxa si poses challenges owing to the many parts that make it; on 30 March the full sunshine posed one further; yet, the gathering of Strollers, including newcomers, adapted well; some walked more, others walked less; all enjoyed the lunch that followed. Compliments to Nicoletta and Anna for the photos. Join us next here https://cyprus-strollers.org/activities-description/madari-watch-tower-moutti-horas-7-april-with-option-for-the-grand-circle/

Excitement at twin hikes – South Slopes 24 March

A massive turnout, people from 10 nationalities, Strollers who participate regularly, members we welcomed back, as well as newcomers, all took the challenge of the two new hikes at the South Slopes of Mahairas in good mood, and enjoyed the rich lunch that followed. Thank you for your trust in your Club. Compliments to Elena, Anna, Franco, Petros and Nicos for the photos. Join us next here https://cyprus-strollers.org/activities-description/platania-doxa-si-30-march/

Resistance to Walls – Teisia 16 March

The hike to Teisia (walls in Greek) on 16 March turned into a cheerful experience for all, for several reasons. We climbed to two summits offering real 360 views, from the bay of Morphou to the Akrotiri salt lake. We welcomed newcomers, among them a very young dynamic hiker! We experienced a marvelous display of solidarity by Petros, who helped Astrid inflate her reserve car tyre following a puncture! And we shared lots of points of view around the topic of Walls, over lunch. Compliments to Gunnar for leading the activity and to Margarita, Anna, Nicoletta and Petros for the photos. Join us next here https://cyprus-strollers.org/activities-description/mahairas-south-slopes-two-hikes-24-march/