Pitsilia · Nicosia district
Polystypos Πολύστυπος
One of the highest villages, with a hazelnut-forest trail
Polystypos is a high Pitsilia village of springs, streams, vineyards and flowers, with heavy snow in winter and a trail through hazelnut woods.
Why visit Polystypos
- A 1.3 km trail along an old footpath through hazelnut trees
- Snowy winter scenery
- Traditional houses to stay in
Pitsilia, Nicosia district
1150 metres
Limassol, about 29 km as the crow flies
Autumn for hazelnuts; winter for snow.
Hazelnuts, Mountain fruit
A few buses a day
About the village Polystypos
At 1,150 metres, Polystypos is one of the highest villages on the island. It is dotted with springs and streams, vineyards and wild vegetation, including an evergreen oak bush and a slow-growing, fragrant tree locals call “invisible”.
Its designated nature trail follows an ancient footpath through a forest of hazelnut trees, with three different starting points.
Things to do in Polystypos
Hazelnut nature trail
1,300 metres along an ancient footpath.
Agios Nikolaos church
Built between 1908 and 1912 in a Franco-Byzantine style.
Festivals and events in Polystypos
Polystypos has no major annual festival listed. As in every Cypriot village, Easter week and the feast day of the village church bring services, processions and gatherings in the square. See the village festival calendar for events nearby.
Getting to Polystypos
A few buses a day
On a typical weekday (Monday, 12 October 2026) about 12 bus trips in both directions stop within 800 m of the village, on these lines:
- Nicosia Public Transport: line 61
Rural services are often timed for school and work, so check the return times before you set off.
Check the bus from your hotelDirections to Polystypos (opens Google Maps in a new tab)Car, taxi or tour
Village roads are narrow and winding, but a hire car or taxi lets you combine several villages in a day. Day tours to the Troodos and wine villages leave from the main resorts.
Villages near Polystypos
Alona2 km away · A painters’ village with a November Zivania Festival
Agros3 km away · The rose village: rose water, cured meats and a May Rose Festival
Lagoudera3 km away · Panagia tou Araka, one of the most important Byzantine churches in Cyprus
Platanistasa3 km away · Stavros tou Agiasmati, a UNESCO church with a full painted interiorKeep exploring
Polystypos: questions
Why visit Polystypos?
A 1.3 km trail along an old footpath through hazelnut trees. Snowy winter scenery. Traditional houses to stay in.
What is there to do in Polystypos?
Hazelnut nature trail: 1,300 metres along an ancient footpath. Agios Nikolaos church: Built between 1908 and 1912 in a Franco-Byzantine style.
When is the festival in Polystypos?
Polystypos has no major annual festival listed. Easter and the village saint’s day are the liveliest times.
Can you get to Polystypos by bus?
Yes, but only a few buses a day on weekdays: Nicosia Public Transport 61. Check the timetable before you travel.
Sources
Information checked on 2026-10-10. Bus lines come from the official Motion GTFS timetables. Opening hours and festival dates change, so confirm before you go.
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