At Potistis Waterfalls: Gradou Gorge - Potistis Waterfalls The walker’s orientation and safety is solely their responsibility. The present report, the relevant tracks (gpx) and the rest of the informational material are just supplementary. The proper equipment is necessary, depending on the weather conditions and the nature of the route.  Route’s type: linear (the beginning and the end are the same) Route’s duration: 20 minutes (one way) Route’s length: 750 meters (one way) Level of difficulty: medium Suggested season: All seasons, if weather conditions permit it. During summer, you should avoid midday hours. The route The trail starts from the unique beach of Limenia, where there is a relative plateau where we can leave the car. This point is easily identified because the asphalt is practically at sea level, but there is no information sign confirming the start of the trail. The trail is not marked but there is no difficulty in following it, as it is easily discernible. The trail begins gently beside the creek where it is eventually encountered and must be crossed. Depending on the season, the creek has from no water to a lot of water, so the difficulty of crossing it is corresponding. Afterwards, the trail becomes slightly uphill being next to the creek and requires extra caution. As we approach the waterfall, which is on our left hand going uphill, the view becomes more and more beautiful, either towards the mountains that surround the gorge, or behind us towards the Ionian Sea. The waterfall looks imposing at twenty metres high and, when there is water, it is a beautiful sight to see. It should be mentioned that it usually has water from mid-autumn onwards, depending on the weather, and until the beginning of spring. We visited it in late May and it was completely dry. However, we were more than rewarded by the many beautiful butterflies that kept us company the whole way. Towards the end of the trail, and if we want to descend to the roots of the waterfall, the trail becomes sharply downhill and even more attention is required. The area is lush but in several places the vegetation is low and therefore the trail does not pass through shady places, which is a discouragement to do the hike at midday in summer. The return is by the same road (trail). It is obligatory to return from where we started, because there are no other alternatives. In Kefalonia there are Health Centres in Sami and Hospitals in Argostoli and Lixouri. There are also police services in Fiskardo, Sami, Poros, Lixouri and Argostoli. Citizen Service Centres are in Argostoli, Livathou, Poros and in Agia Efthimia. Limenia Beach After passing the port of Poros and taking the road to Skala, we will find a series of beaches, ideal for those who want peace, quiet and isolation. They are Limenia, which you will find on the left side of the road (going towards Skala). A quiet corner always awaits us there, even on August. The typical rocks that are located a few meters from the coast and that often host seagulls, give the landscape a special charm. Gradous Gorge  The "Gradous Gorge", a gorge with many waterfalls, lakes and plenty of water from December to May, is hidden in the area between Skala and Poros. The waters come from the areas of Asprogeraka and Anninata. In the gorge there are waterfalls, reaching a height of up to twenty metres, lakes with a diameter of ten metres and a depth of up to four metres. Here, the landscape reminds you of parts of central or northern Greece and not so much of an island.  In season with abundant water, you can swim. Potistis Watefalls This is the largest and most impressive waterfall found in the Gradous Gorge. In the past, due to water's presence, there used to be gardens with fruit trees at the springs and prehistoric settlements along the river. The crystal clear waters falling from a great height and the picturesque pond that is formed in front of the base of the waterfall, create an impressive heavenly environment. During the route, the walker will encounter QR information signs at the following points: a) at the beginning of the trail, b) at the point where the trail meets the creek, c) at the waterfall area.