Our Walk From Argassi To Vrontonero
Last Sunday the Zakynthos Walking Group headed to Argassi, to walk from Argassi to Vrontonero. It’s a walk that Derek, our walk leader described as a relatively easy walk of around 8km with a few steep inclines *hysterical laughter*, but well worth it for the views.
That description is only partly correct, but when exposed to quite spectacular views over the Zakynthos Marine park, the pain is part of the pleasure. Or at least there is a good excuse to stop and catch a breath or two!
The walk took us from Argassi up and over the mini mountains and back down a trail to the beach at Vrontonero, which is off the beaten track but can be accessed more easily from Kalamaki.
Walking up from Argassi isn’t too bad, it’s the walk back up from Vrontonero that gets the legs burning. Sundays mantra should be “buns of steel, buns of steel”. The reality is that I don’t have buns of steel, but I do have a callus on my right index fingertip due to taking so many photos.
I feel that it’s only right to share our Sunday walk with you, so you too can see just how beautiful Zakynthos is!
Our Walk From Argassi To Vrontonero
Through My Lens #23
Waiting for a bus? Not when you’re part of theZakynthos Walking Group!
The roses look beautiful at this time of year.
The bougainvillaea looked pretty too.
Walking up the mini mountain from Argassi the views were behind us. Which was the perfect excuse to stop and take it all in. This was nothing compared to the views to come.
This was our last chance for sustenance before the trek down to Vrontonero. Unfortunately, the caravan was closed.
With a view like this across the Zakynthos marine park, who needs a refreshment?
The caravan is the furthest sensible place to take a car. After this point the trail is rough.
The Walk Down To Vrontonero
Considering how bad the weather was on Sunday morning it cleared up beautifully. Honestly, I don’t think any of us expected to see the sun today after the week of bad weather we had.
This cute little toadstool thriving in a pile of horse poop caught my eye. How could I not take a photo?
The beach at Vrontonero is beautiful and secluded. It’s a bit of a trek to get to though.
The view over Zakynthos marine park. In the distance, you can see Marathonisi and Keri.
Just because I liked it.
Finally, we reached Vrontonero. The angle of the sun cast lovely shadows.
One of the things I like about the Zakynthos walking group is that you can walk at your own pace. Part of the joy I get from the walks is being able to stop and smell the flowers and soak in the views.
There is a small waterfall at the end of the beach. You’d have thought that with all the rain we’ve had recently that it would have been in full flow, but on Sunday it was dry!
My parents decided to forego the last trek down to the beach as it’s a little steep. Even from the top of a cliff, Mum can sense the camera. Wave they’re my parents!
The Zakynthos marine park as seen from Vrontonero. Quite stunning isn’t it?
The last views over the bay, until next time.
Not all dogs are as lucky as the ones that join us on our Sunday walks.
Alphie, my little dog, wanted to say “Hi” to this cat. The cat clearly didn’t feel the same.
Where have you walked recently? Maybe you’ve walked from Argassi to Vrontonero too?
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