Path 3: White Tower (Akonidia) - Koutalas

Serifos is ideal for hikes and trails. Eleven (11) paths have been mapped on the island; 1, 1A, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 10 are sufficiently marked, and 7, 8 and 9 partially signposted. About 2.3 kilometers long, Path 3 begins at the point where we turn onto the short dirt road toward the White Tower (Aspros Pyrgos), in the area of Akonidia. On the downhill path to the beautiful coastal settlement of Koutalas, we will get to know part of the rich history of mining in the area and on the island. In about the middle of the path, we will find rails (from the mines) which are better and shorter to follow than the main path (which we can leave briefly and then follow again after the rails). On the first part of the trail, we will open and close two gates in fences (where there is also a deterrent sign that indicates a dead end). Estimated walking time: 60 to 70 minutes.