The Goumeros Gorge in Ilias, Peloponnese is a stunning natural monument located at the western foothills of Mount Foloi. Designated by the Ministry of Culture as a site of natural beauty, this gorge offers an easy hiking route on the Plateau of Foloi that lasts for about 3 hours. The hike begins and ends at Goumeros village, taking you through various notable landmarks including the ancient Askitis Cave, which once served as an oracle for athletes, and later the Byzantine monastery of Askitou. The trail also features the ancient path, part of the sacred road Ilida-Olympia, and the oldest olive trees in Greece that were used to crown Olympic champions. With its rich vegetation, cool water springs, and historic sites, hiking in Goumeros Gorge is a must-do activity for anyone seeking to explore paths that have been walked since antiquity.

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