Nature and outdoor activities for everyone
27 - 29 September 2024
#stayactivekefalonia
The island where tranquility & outdoor activities unite
Did you know that Kefalonia offers a variety of outdoor activities for everyone? September and October are the perfect months to discover the enchanting beauty of Kefalonia while staying physically active. From the 27th to the 29th September visitors can experience Kefalonia’s incredible natural and unspoiled beauty by picking one of our event activities. Take in Kefalonia’s history and culture first-hand while remaining active in nature’s canvas.
Opening Party | Xi, Lixouri |17:00
Activities
Hiking/Trekking on Aenos Mountain
28 September 2024, 8:30 - 13:00
Trail activity on FOREST TRAIL: Aenos Environmental Center to Chionistra.
Trek on mount Aenos under the supervised guidance of our forest rangers and explore the natural beauty this island has to offer.
Sea Kayaking Taster at Spasmata Beach
28 September 2024, 9:00 - 13:00
Interested in exploring the sea coast around Spasmata on kayak?
Join this event and learn the benefits of paddling around Kefalonia while leaving only your footprint behind.
Kefalonia Bike Challenge (Argostoli)
28 September 2024, 10:00
This cycling challenge is not a race. It’s roughly over 100km and its aimed at athletes and hobbyists of all ages. The route covers a large portion of the island and participants will enjoy exploring Kefalonia on wheels.
Stargazing on Mount Aenos
28 September 2024, 20:00
Don’t miss out on this unique experience. The International Dark Sky Park of Mount Aenos is exceptional and will leave you in awe.
Cycling for all the family (Lixouri Square)
29 September 2024, 09:30
Cycle from Lixouri to Lepeda with all the family. Experienced cyclists will give advice on the correct and safe use of the bicycles.
Ainos Mountain Marathon & Trail Race
29 September 2024, 7:00, 7:30 & 10:30
40km run on the highest mountain of the Ionian Sea. This race is aimed at experienced mountain runners as technical skills are required to endure the demanding terrain. Also, this year the 23 km and the 10 km trail race won’t disappoint you if you wish to run it.
Sustainable Tourism Summit: "Behavioral Economics & Sustainable Tourism" (Ionian University)
September 28, 2024, 18:00 - 20:00, Gerasimos Arsenis Amphitheater
The «2nd Sustainable Tourism Summit” will focus on Sustainable Development of Tourism in Kefalonia and Ithaca and what that means for agencies, businesses, tourists and residents. The purpose of the summit is to present the basic principles of Sustainable tourism development that concern the environment the economy and society, but also submit specific proposals to all tourism related businesses on the islands for the step-by-step adoption of these basic principles. The speakers will focus on best practices for sustainable tourism development and will cover topics related to the environment, recycling, green development, energy, smart tourism, circular economy, the participation of the local community in tourism development and the adoption of Behavioral economics principles for sustainable development of tourist destinations.
