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East Attica

Sanctuary of Athena at Sounion – Sunset at the Beach loop from Cape Sounion

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Greece

East Attica

Sanctuary of Athena at Sounion – Sunset at the Beach loop from Cape Sounion

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5.0

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Sanctuary of Athena at Sounion – Sunset at the Beach loop from Cape Sounion

06:38

23.9km

440m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 14, 2026

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166 m

Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion

Highlight • Historical Site

Amazing location of this old fortress and temples built by Ancient Athenians on Attica's southernmost point, which still greet ships today. Winter €4, or might be free for bike travelers with a friendly smile 😁

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353 m

Naos Café & Restaurant with a view of the Temple of Poseidon

Highlight • Cafe

This cafe serves Greek and Mediterranean cuisines. Naos Cafe-Restaurant guarantees you perfectly cooked greek salads, gyros and sandwiches. Try good ice cream. Choose delicious wine, you will hardly regret it. Visit this place and order great coffee.

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633 m

Sanctuary of Athena at Sounion

Highlight • Historical Site

Unfortunately only a few things left.

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953 m

Sunset at the Beach

Highlight • Beach

Paralia Souniou, Sounion Beach

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2.09 km

Ruined Church and Abandoned Mine Site

Highlight • Historical Site

Decay is everywhere you look. The church, in particular, is a striking example of this lost place. Please note that entry is officially prohibited.

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15.6 km

Ruins of the Abandoned Village of Sounio

Highlight • Historical Site

21.3 km

View of the Temple of Poseidon and the bay at Cape Sounion

Highlight • Viewpoint

Hotel Aegeonbeach is very recommendable, beautiful beach and a direct view of the Temple of Poseidon, a 10-minute walk from the beach

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23.9 km

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Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.1 km

6.67 km

4.33 km

602 m

232 m

Surfaces

10.0 km

5.48 km

4.39 km

3.97 km

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Monday 18 May

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16 %

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Sanctuary of Athena at Sounion – Sunset at the Beach loop from Cape Sounion

Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion

Naos Café & Restaurant with a view of the Temple of Poseidon

Sanctuary of Athena at Sounion

Sunset at the Beach

Ruined Church and Abandoned Mine Site

Ruins of the Abandoned Village of Sounio

View of the Temple of Poseidon and the bay at Cape Sounion

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