A demanding alpine hiking route in the Tymfi massif of the Vikos–Aoos area, usually associated with Papigo, Astraka Refuge, and the high Dragon Lake landscape.
Quick facts
- Best for: experienced mountain hikers, alpine scenery near Ioannina
- Known for: Dragon Lake, Tymfi alpine basin, Astraka area, Vikos–Aoos Geopark
Why it ranks
For the Ioannina region, this trail is the clearest alpine counterpoint to the gorge walks: UNESCO’s Vikos–Aoos Global Geopark page specifically points visitors toward hiking Mount Tymphe to Drakolimni, the official geopark trail list includes Papigo–Drakolimni–Papigo, and EAGME’s geopark portal separately lists the Papigo–Tymfi Drakolimni geotrail. Those independent official confirmations make it a sourceable mountain route rather than a loosely described scenic spot.
Location and links
Service area and category
- City: Papigo
- Region: Epirus
- Country: Greece
- Category: Mountain hiking trail / alpine lake
Editorial summary
A demanding alpine hiking route in the Tymfi massif of the Vikos–Aoos area, usually associated with Papigo, Astraka Refuge, and the high Dragon Lake landscape.