We tried to find them, but we couldn't. Ask a local before you follow the written signs or the path.
Although I was born in Kythera and know the island very well i had never been to the Water Mills.The reason is that they were very well hidden, for many decades, into the canyon which starts from Mylopotamos (Mills river in greek ) village.Water mills explored just a few years ago.If you visit Kythera dont miss to visit this place and swim in the natural bains the waters have created for centuries.I saw another comment stating that it is difficult to find the path.I do not think there is any difficulty.Just ask at the village and dont forget to wear athletic shoes and have some water with you.Even children can go.
Long but nice walk to the springs. It's very easy to get lost on the tracks though and not get to the springs.
The Neraida falls was lovely, if dank and drear to Midwesterners. I could see how much better it would be in early Spring with more water running and escaping the heat. There was a trail that let inland which we followed for a while, but not being sure which direction it was leading nor how long it would take we gave up and went back for more info, which, speaking to a number of locals and trying to read all the signs was still a mixed message. The walk is variously 40 minutes to 2 hours and is rated M41 if I remember correctly. Certainly no strollers or canes--the sure footers will enjoy this if they want some exercise.
If it is hot "outside" make a tour through the valley. There is shadow, fresh water ... and when you are back in Milopotamos - have a coffee in the Kafenio under a plane-tree.
Go and explore the water mills trail! Use a map. The water holes are a treat in the heat of the day!
Exactly what you wouldn't have expected from an island like Kithira. If you like some trekking and generally being close to nature that's your place. The mills are surrounded with beautiful trees and colorful flowers and the small paths are leading you to the biggest attraction of Milopotamos (and maybe Kithira) the Fairy Waterfall.
Excellent, the water was cold but it was still good to have a swim after that tiring yet beautiful hike. :D we just loved it
This is a very unique in Kythira:a trail (M41), which starts near the town of Milipotamos and descends along a ravine with extraordinary changing vegetation, a small river with pristine water, the ruins of historic mills and a series of cascades, two at least that make wonderful swimming ponds. Hiking down to the last of the mills takes about 40 minutes. The trail is well marked.
A great experience you HAVE to leave!! Wear a pair of tracking shoes and follow the path! Jump in the last waterfall (if you dare)!!