There are times when you may feel you need to leave the crowds, the hustle and bustle of the city, and the gathering of many people in the same place, so you want to go out of the house for a while and prefer places without a lot of people. And Attica has many places that you can walk with your family in nature without getting in touch with other people. Here are five ideas for secluded places in Attica where you can enjoy a little fresh air and a relaxed walk.
Sounio
Just 70 km away from Athens, Sounio is always a good idea for a walk without getting in touch with a lot of people. You can take a walk to the sanctuary of Poseidon, which is one of the most important sights and archaeological sites of Attica. But even the drive is enough to get you out of the city. The coastal route to Sounio is one of the most beautiful. In the area, there are many small beaches, and especially in spring, you will not find a single person there, and you can relax for a while with the sea breeze.
Varibobi – Parnitha
A walk in Parnitha. It’s always a good idea if you don’t want to meet a lot of people, but you want to walk and get some fresh air. In Varibobi, you will find many routes without having to go to central places or crowded shops. Especially if it has weather, they are ideal for enjoying a little sun without risking contact with people. In the various walking paths, you will have the opportunity to enjoy the absolute tranquility that dominates the landscape and the chirping of the birds.
Penteli – Daveli Cave, Attica
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The mountain next door in Attica, Penteli, is ideal for a short walk without crowds. In addition to walking in the woods, you must stop at Daveli’s cave. A good idea for walking and hiking is the routes (large and small) around the cave. Extra points we give to the unique view of the whole of Attica, up to the sea. Also near the settlement of Drafi, there is a (small) waterfall. You can sit for a while and enjoy the beauty of nature and tranquility, under the sounds of birds.
Rafina – Marathonas, East Attica
This season is ideal for strolling the beaches without people. Take the car and head to eastern Attica, stopping at the first beach that will pique your interest on your route. You can picnic in the sand, enjoying the sea breeze, and the children can play on their own by building castles or running on the empty beach. No one’s going to bother you, and you’re not going to bother anyone on your walk.
Imittos Forest
Starting from Agia Paraskevi and reaching Ilioupoli and Glyfada, Ymittos extends to a very large part of Attica. The beauty of the mountain is such that « living room of imittos,» you may have heard them call the Aesthetic Forest of Kesarianis, “The Living Room of Imittos.” It’s an open space, and on many routes, you may not even meet a human being. You’ll have come into contact with nature without coming into contact with people. You’ll enjoy some fresh air after so many days you may have spent in the house. External photography
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best secluded places to walk in Attica near Athens include Sounio (70 km away with beautiful coastal routes), Varibobi in Parnitha (ideal for peaceful forest walks), Penteli with Daveli Cave (offering stunning views of Attica), Rafina-Marathonas in East Attica (featuring empty beaches), and Ymittos Forest (extending across a large area with minimal crowds).
Yes, Sounio is an excellent destination for a quiet walk. Located just 70 km from Athens, it offers the opportunity to visit the Sanctuary of Poseidon, an important archaeological site in Attica. The coastal route to Sounio is one of the most beautiful drives, and the area has many small beaches that remain empty, especially during spring months.
Varibobi in Parnitha offers many walking routes away from crowded central places and shops. These routes are ideal for enjoying peaceful walks without meeting many people, with opportunities to experience tranquility and the sounds of nature. The area is particularly pleasant during good weather for a relaxing outdoor experience.
At Penteli's Daveli Cave, you can enjoy various walking and hiking routes around the cave with breathtaking views of all of Attica extending to the sea. Near the settlement of Drafi, there is also a small waterfall where you can sit and enjoy nature's tranquility while listening to bird sounds.
Ymittos Forest, particularly the Aesthetic Forest of Kesarianis, is called 'The Living Room of Hymettus' due to its exceptional natural beauty. The mountain extends across a large part of Attica from Agia Paraskevi to Ilioupoli and Glyfada, offering many open routes where you may not encounter other people while enjoying nature and fresh air.
