THE VILLAGES
Στα Φιδάκια| In Fidakia village
FIDAKIA AND KRIKELO
The most remote villages of Karpenissi are
Fidakia (26 km) and Krikelo (28 km), but they
are also the ones that should not be missing
from your list, since they remind you - with-
out exaggeration – of a cinema setting!!
The village of Fidakia is built at an altitude
of 960m and you can see from here the
remarkable Kremasta Lake, the largest artifi-
cial lake in Greece. It is worth visiting as you
will have a top experience: the turquoise
waters, the fjords and the numerous islands
make up a landscape that brings to mind
other European countries. Tip: The lake is
also ideal for canoe - kayak. If you are a fan
of this activity, make sure you have made
reservation for the relevant package with
Trekking Hellas , the outdoor tour operator
company which is active in the area
(info: 3rd km of Karpenissi-Lamia road,
T. 2237025940, www.trekking.gr).
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Upon arriving at the stone-built village, you
will necessarily leave your car at the parking
lot and you will stroll around the scenic
cobblestone streets until your steps take
you to the central square with the temple
dedicated to the Nativity of Virgin Mary.
You will fall in love with Krikelo before you
even get there! The route through the Rachi
Timphristou - Domnistis District Road (last-
ing about 30-40) will take you to alpine
landscapes. It is indeed one of the most
beautiful routes in Greece. Getting to the
village the splendor of nature will continue
to impress you, since it is built at an altitude
of 1,120 meters and is surrounded by a
dense forest that takes life from the waters
of Krikelopotamos!