Saturday | Singles Hiking Club | Athens | 40+

Still swiping on the phone?
Try walking side by side instead 🌿

30 singles.
One easy trail.
Zero pressure.

We’re heading back to the Forest of Mount Hymettus for a relaxed, beginner-friendly hike with lots of fresh air and sunshine No racing, no awkward setups — just a good walk with good people 🫶

This edition is for singles aged 40+ and will be guided by a certified mountain leader from the Athens-based EOP Hiking Team. 🐾 Pets are welcome.

The plan

🕒 14:45 – Meet & check-in at the Dimitrios Karamolegos Fire Lookout (Kaisariani)
👋 Short welcome & intro (Thursday host + EOP guides)
🥾 15:00 – Hike begins: easy trails, relaxed pace, plenty of time to talk

We’ll walk:

– From the fire lookout towards the Kaisariani refreshment area (short break)
– Past an artificial pond with turtles & fish 🐢
– Up a short uphill stretch back onto the Hymettus trails
– Along the Botanical Trail, with signage explaining the local plant life
– To the 11th-century Monastery of Kaisariani, with a brief historical moment
– Past Taxiarchon Hill, ancient ruins, a Frankish monastery, and panoramic views over Attica 🌄

After a final break, we loop back to the starting point.

🕡 Estimated finish: 17:30

What to expect

🗺️ Distance: 4–6 km
⛰️ Elevation: 150–250 m
😌 Difficulty: Easy & relaxed — ideal for beginners

👟 Sports shoes are fine (hiking shoes recommended if available)

What to bring

– 1.5 L water
– Snacks
– Light rain jacket or poncho
– Extra socks
– Layered clothing
– Trekking poles (optional)

Provided

– Certified mountain leader (first-aid trained)
– 500 ml bottled water
– Trekking poles for 15 people
– Disposable rain ponchos

As always, we monitor our ticket sales and ensure a 50/50 gender ratio.

🌿 Move your body.
💬 Real people. Real conversations.

🔞 Age restriction: 40+ years.
🌟 30 Singles. One Path.
🫶 Arrive with your ticket at 14:45. The hike starts at 15:00.
🪪 Physical ID required. No refunds.
🥰 Most people (70%) come on their own, so you’ll fit right in.
🤝 Our Thursday hosts will be present during the event to ensure you have a great time.

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