Polylimnio Waterfall
Polylimnio Waterfall
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Goodriches
Wiltshire94 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
Follow a map carefully, we parked by the cafe and walked down and then turned downriver instead of up to the main falls. A short hike became much longer with some significant rock clambering and the odd heart stopping moment … beautiful nonetheless but not for the faint hearted. We did make our way to the main falls in the end, all in all spectacular but do plan your route!
Written June 21, 2023
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CheshireJoy
Cheshire83 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
Amazing that there was no charge to visit these waterfalls, not for entry parking or anything.
Definitely wear trainers or shoes with nonslip soles. A parking attendant was trying to dissuade people wearing inappropriate footwear. Once you’re climbing across rocks both wet and dry it’s too treacherous to wear flip flops.
The water is crystal clear, lots of small fish but FREEZING cold, worth a dip but it totally took my breathe away.
At the furthest waterfall there’s a rope ladder to help the intrepid and fearless get high enough for a big jump into the water. Not for me but a lot doing it despite the freezing water!
Definitely wear trainers or shoes with nonslip soles. A parking attendant was trying to dissuade people wearing inappropriate footwear. Once you’re climbing across rocks both wet and dry it’s too treacherous to wear flip flops.
The water is crystal clear, lots of small fish but FREEZING cold, worth a dip but it totally took my breathe away.
At the furthest waterfall there’s a rope ladder to help the intrepid and fearless get high enough for a big jump into the water. Not for me but a lot doing it despite the freezing water!
Written September 16, 2021
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stevecornforth
Liverpool, UK109 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
This was our second visit to these wonderful waterfalls. A dry summer meant less dramatic falls than in May. But they are still a wonderful sight. Interestingly, swimming in the many pools was a little easier! A trip not to be missed.
Written August 29, 2021
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Lia T
Nicosia, Cyprus52 contributions
May 2020 • Couples
We came here without looking into it too much and let the trails carry us wherever they led. Apparently, I have now seen on Instagram we missed the big attraction-the big waterfalls. As I can see from the other reviews the path is hidden and this is for the best, as it quite dangerous and several people have died here. We did travel quite a way up the cliffs in the opposite direction and indeed my instinct was to stop as i could see parts of the trail had fallen and it was not clearly marked.
As for the water- I was hoping to swim in the smaller pools but they were smelly, freezing and full of insects. I also encountered a snake at one point which caused me to slip from my fright as it slithered past me.
Another huge negative is that even in May and right after the corona lockdown, this place was quite popular. What would have been a relaxing time by Panagos' Lake was destroyed by this moronic couple trying to take sexy photos for about an hour, while the girl did acrobatics on the edge of the rocks in a string bikini. At some points we got a full view of her crotch. Hardly my idea of serenity.
In short, if you are a thrill seeker who like freezing water and risky trails this place is for you. If you are like me and prefer quiet, peaceful places which have not become popular via Instagram there are much more tranquil and safe waterfall trails in the area ;)
As for the water- I was hoping to swim in the smaller pools but they were smelly, freezing and full of insects. I also encountered a snake at one point which caused me to slip from my fright as it slithered past me.
Another huge negative is that even in May and right after the corona lockdown, this place was quite popular. What would have been a relaxing time by Panagos' Lake was destroyed by this moronic couple trying to take sexy photos for about an hour, while the girl did acrobatics on the edge of the rocks in a string bikini. At some points we got a full view of her crotch. Hardly my idea of serenity.
In short, if you are a thrill seeker who like freezing water and risky trails this place is for you. If you are like me and prefer quiet, peaceful places which have not become popular via Instagram there are much more tranquil and safe waterfall trails in the area ;)
Written May 24, 2020
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Tom Carter
689 contributions
Oct 2020 • Couples
We thought after the rainy day it would be great to go, cause the waterfall would be filled with lots of water and be more impressive...
The part about more water was accurate, BUT the water was murky and part of the path was flooded.
So we were not able to appreciate the scenery to much...
The part about more water was accurate, BUT the water was murky and part of the path was flooded.
So we were not able to appreciate the scenery to much...
Written October 31, 2020
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lemalacero
Septeuil, France33 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
The site is very pretty but avoid it in August. It's way too busy, it feels like a municipal swimming pool. It's almost heartbreaking to let so many people access a natural site like this which therefore inevitably finds itself polluted. They should limit the number of visitors per hour.
Written August 22, 2023
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Peter L
UK73 contributions
Oct 2021
Almost a side comment in my travel guide, I could easily have missed it, but this was a diversion I was so pleased I took while travelling between Kalamata and Pylos. It was a local secret but the secret is out, yet it's not crowded as the tour coaches won't go down the un-made road. If you're brave you can take a dip in the main pond. A moderately difficult hill back up to the car parking area.
Written October 7, 2021
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JLS24
Morden, UK69 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
The falls are definitely worth a trip, but I would imagine are very busy during the day.
A reasonably challenging rock scramble to get all the way to the main falls - definitely not a sandals or flip flop trip, and be prepared to get wet shoes.
We arrived at the car park at 5pm and it was still busy at the waterfalls at 6pm.
A reasonably challenging rock scramble to get all the way to the main falls - definitely not a sandals or flip flop trip, and be prepared to get wet shoes.
We arrived at the car park at 5pm and it was still busy at the waterfalls at 6pm.
Written August 20, 2023
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Ιωαννα Β
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Aug 2024 • Couples
It is worth visiting Polymnio at least once in your life! From my personal experience required sports shoes, comfortable clothes and water together! Bathing in the lake is also worth it. However, caution is needed during the journey to avoid injuries (e.g. at some points slippery stones).
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Written August 5, 2024
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CuteP
Greece12 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
It was difficult to go there! The road is not good.rough and tiny and dusty! Some has damage in their car due to too much car no where to park and nowhere to turn.After you park your car in a dusty side road or parking lot you still need to walk alot in a steep and wild rocks till you get there just to see a small falls,too much effort for that.but no thanks.
Written August 21, 2022
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Seems to be contrasting opinions on taking kids and the perceived dangers along the trek. Is it fine with a sensible 5 Yr old? Is there that much 'scrambling'? Thank you
Written August 2, 2019
My wife and I took a five year old and a three year old. The weather was dry so walking conditions were fine. We had no issues other than a bit of lifting the three year old over the larger steps and lots of hand holding. Some of it will depend on how fit and able you are to walk it one handed, but for most people it shouldn't be a struggle. Personally we've done harder things in the UKs Peak District, which is not exactly extreme.
The kids really loved swimming and paddling too so it's well worth the effort.
Written August 3, 2019
Hi
How can I get from Pylos to the Polymnio waterfalls?
Is it by regular bus? How often does it depart from Pylos every day?
I am planning to get there mid June 2019.
Thank you.
Written March 2, 2019
Ακουσα πως ειχε κλείσει λογω του σκηνικου που ειχε γινει με την κοπελα..
Ανοιξε πάλι? Θελω πολυ να παω...
Written May 22, 2018
Το Πολυλίμνιο είναι ανοικτό. Παρά τα όσα έχουν ακουστεί, δεν είχε κλείσει ποτέ.
Written July 26, 2018
Die wollen doch gar kein Geld haben! Der Zugang ist frei und es ist auch ein geschütztes Gebiet. Es kommen so wie so viele Leute, wenn sie es noch für Touris ausbauen, sieht es nicht mehr so schön aus und der Natur tut es auch nicht gut.
Written December 31, 2017
Προσπαθω να υποβαλω μια κριτικη για το πολυλιμνιο αλλα δεν με αφηνει το συστημα.
Εσβησα κ ολες τις φωτογραφιες μη τυχον ειχαν υψηλη αναλυση αλλα παλι δε με αφηνει.Μπορει καποιος να με κατατοπησει;
Written September 14, 2017
Ισως να σχετιζεστε εσεις προσωπικα με καποιο αλλο αξιοθεατο στην ιδια περιοχη ....
Written September 19, 2017
how do we get there from stupa by public transport?
Written August 2, 2016
Hi,
I believe there is public transport but we got a taxi from our hotel, the taxi man was brilliant and he waited for us to come back to him and dropped us back to the hotel.
Thanks
Written August 6, 2016
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