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The Islands offer walkers some of the most stunning views anywhere in the Mediterranean. The first thing to do is to decide what sort of view you prefer – dramatic cliffs plunging into waves, the rocky scrubland of the garrigue or hidden, lush valleys. En route, you'll come across mysterious prehistoric sites, cave chapels and secluded palaces of the Knights.
In Malta, areas that make excellent day hikes, are Mellieħa, Dingli, Għar Lapsi, Fawwara, Wardija, all the North and the various bays, and the southern coast with its fishing villages and Delimara Point.
Gozo in its entirety is excellent walking country. Areas such as Ta' Dgiebi near San Lawrenz, the Gordan Lighthouse near Ghasri, Honoq ir-Rummien near Qala and San Blas Valley near Nadur are all fantastic walking areas. The Island is criss-crossed by tracks and lanes. The possibilities are endless. Don't miss tiny Comino, ideal for a good day's hiking and the ultimate in solitude and views.
Put on walking boots or hire a mountain bike and head out from the village squares on the narrow farmers' tracks. You'll find yourself in a timeless landscape, quite alone even in peak season. There is plenty to discover, from ancient farmhouses and wayside chapels to spectacular seascapes. It is well worth the effort!
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