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  • Kouroukoulou gorge

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    near Agalianó, Crete (Greece)
    Author
    yorgos androulakis
    Distance
    3.87mi
    Elevation +
    974f
    TrailRank
    54
    Photo ofKouroukoulou gorge Photo ofKouroukoulou gorge Photo ofKouroukoulou gorge

    We arrive morning at patsopoulos village with plans to go down by the brotherhood gorge of kouroukoulou, patsopoulos and to come up by kouroukoulou gorge. A nice shepherd guy say to us,no! no! patsopoulos is very densely...

  • Chromonastiri - Vrisinas - Chromonastiri

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    near Chromonastiri, Crete (Greece)
    Author
    T_Kon
    Distance
    6.04mi
    Elevation +
    1919f
    TrailRank
    54| Rating 3.33
    Photo ofChromonastiri - Vrisinas - Chromonastiri Photo ofChromonastiri - Vrisinas - Chromonastiri Photo ofChromonastiri - Vrisinas - Chromonastiri

    An easy hike close to Rethymno (starting point is located about 20 min by car from the center of the town) to the top of the mountain Vrisinas (chapel Agio Pnevma). About 3 -3,5 hours up and down. Great view from North...

    Σχεδόν ανύπαρκτη σήμανση. Όμορφη η θέα από την κορυφή. Η διαδρομή χρήζει σήμανσης και το μονοπάτι συντήρησης.
    gpaximad

  • Voulisméni - Vigli - Pashaligo - Fraro

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    near Voulisméni, Crete (Greece)
    Author
    Monik O
    Distance
    5.66mi
    Elevation +
    1129f
    TrailRank
    54
    Photo ofVoulisméni - Vigli - Pashaligo - Fraro Photo ofVoulisméni - Vigli - Pashaligo - Fraro Photo ofVoulisméni - Vigli - Pashaligo - Fraro

    Paschaligo is a small grove located 1.5 km southwest of Neapolis town, on the northern slopes of Mount Kavalaras. The existence of the forest is related to the history of the region, which was named after the Venetian fe...

  • Katharo plateau 13. Kotsyfonero - Koureli

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    near Avdeliakós, Crete (Greece)
    Author
    yorgos androulakis
    Distance
    3.19mi
    Elevation +
    1243f
    TrailRank
    54
    Photo ofKatharo plateau 13. Kotsyfonero - Koureli Photo ofKatharo plateau 13. Kotsyfonero - Koureli Photo ofKatharo plateau 13. Kotsyfonero - Koureli

    easy trail to south part of Katharo , ascend to koureli peak with excellent view to Selakano valley and then down to fields . from thear ascend again at the area above Kotsifonero at sides of Skafidaras peak and from des...

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  • Anidri-Azogires

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    near Ánidhroi, Crete (Greece)
    Author
    LVAU
    Distance
    6.27mi
    Elevation +
    958f
    TrailRank
    53
    Photo ofAnidri-Azogires Photo ofAnidri-Azogires Photo ofAnidri-Azogires

    The way to Anidri is climbing all the time and back is easy. In Azogires, in the Alpha-Café, you can take a brake and a drink. The Café was open but no service (no waitress) but you can put the money of the drinks on t...

  • Sougia Circular

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    near Soúgia, Crete (Greece)
    Author
    pud353
    Distance
    3.70mi
    Elevation +
    942f
    TrailRank
    53| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofSougia Circular Photo ofSougia Circular Photo ofSougia Circular

    Great alternative to the Lissos walk that nearly everybody does. If you are in Sougia for more than one day it is highly recomended. The route is clear on propper paths and there are great views down the valley and along...

    2 h walking good walk. It’s get up and down
    Kaj Tolstrup

  • Ístro-peza rock-Vrocastro-Istro.

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    near Ístro, Crete (Greece)
    Author
    MICHAELIDESGEORGE'SG3
    Distance
    6.87mi
    Elevation +
    1181f
    TrailRank
    53| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofÍstro-peza rock-Vrocastro-Istro. Photo ofÍstro-peza rock-Vrocastro-Istro. Photo ofÍstro-peza rock-Vrocastro-Istro.

    Pleasant easy hike. Excelent views on the whole of Mirabello bay ,especially the south part and Psira and Conida islands.

    👏merci pour les bonnes informations qui nous ont permis de nous diriger dans la montagne
    BERTRAN29

  • Samaria Gorge, Crete #ActiveSundays

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    near Samariá, Crete (Greece)
    Author
    Active Sundays
    Distance
    10.83mi
    Elevation +
    5850f
    TrailRank
    53| Rating 3.33
    Photo ofSamaria Gorge, Crete #ActiveSundays Photo ofSamaria Gorge, Crete #ActiveSundays Photo ofSamaria Gorge, Crete #ActiveSundays

    The second longest gorge hiking route in Europe is located on the island of Crete, in the south Aegean and it's the Samaria Gorge. Start off at the city of Chania (arrive in Chania either by air at the town airport CHQ o...

    The famous trail.
    voorfrank

  • Pýrgos Kaloú Chorioú

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    near Pýrgos Kaloú Chorioú, Crete (Greece)
    Author
    Tassos Tsinaris
    with yorgos androulakis
    Distance
    6.55mi
    Elevation +
    1388f
    TrailRank
    53
    Photo ofPýrgos Kaloú Chorioú Photo ofPýrgos Kaloú Chorioú Photo ofPýrgos Kaloú Chorioú

    A trail that can be suitable for families up to the first pools. Later is demanding and difficult Excellent in summer as it is in shadow. In the pools you can see eels.

  • Spathi Summit (Σπαθί Δίκτης)

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    near Avrakóndes, Crete (Greece)
    Author
    johnkasiolas9
    Distance
    3.67mi
    Elevation +
    2789f
    TrailRank
    53
    Photo ofSpathi Summit (Σπαθί Δίκτης) Photo ofSpathi Summit (Σπαθί Δίκτης) Photo ofSpathi Summit (Σπαθί Δίκτης)

    Hike to the highest peak of Dikti Range, starting from Limnakaro Plateau. You can easily drive to Limnakaro and get close to the foot of the mountain. There is a hut with plenty of free space around it where you can park...

  • Pefki gorge

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    near Pilalímata, Kriti (Greece)
    Author
    yvesvin
    Distance
    9.02mi
    Elevation +
    2211f
    TrailRank
    53
    Photo ofPefki gorge Photo ofPefki gorge Photo ofPefki gorge

    Between Makrighialos and Analipsi, take the concrete road to the north (follow signpost "White River"). After 500 m you can park your car in the shade under a large bridge. You can also continue by car to avoid the less ...

  • Omalos to Kukule

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    near Omalós, Crete (Greece)
    Author
    Jakub W
    Distance
    4.26mi
    Elevation +
    1847f
    TrailRank
    53
    Photo ofOmalos to Kukule Photo ofOmalos to Kukule Photo ofOmalos to Kukule

    From Omalos you follow the asphalt road in the direction of Samaria gorge. Just before the intersection at the end of the village you turn left (you have to open two gates) and then you follow the blue and red markings. ...

  • Kaloí Liménes, Agio Farago Gorge

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    near Kaloí Liménes, Crete (Greece)
    Author
    medwyn jones
    Distance
    6.59mi
    Elevation +
    1142f
    TrailRank
    52
    Photo ofKaloí Liménes, Agio Farago Gorge Photo ofKaloí Liménes, Agio Farago Gorge Photo ofKaloí Liménes, Agio Farago Gorge

    Agio Farago is a classic gorge walk which I wanted to do, but at only 1.5km long I felt I wanted something a bit more of a challenge, so I tried this circular option. The first third along the dirt road towards Kali Lim...

  • Paleochora-Anidri-Paleochora (via Anidri gorge)

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    near Palaióchora, Crete (Greece)
    Author
    dewereldreiziger
    Distance
    7.46mi
    Elevation +
    741f
    TrailRank
    52
    Photo ofPaleochora-Anidri-Paleochora (via Anidri gorge) Photo ofPaleochora-Anidri-Paleochora (via Anidri gorge) Photo ofPaleochora-Anidri-Paleochora (via Anidri gorge)

    Start at the harbour of Paleochora for this lovely walk with some challenging part on the way down. The first part you follow the road (tarmac) uphill. Although that sounds uninviting we only had a few cars passing us b...

  • Mílatos 2 Caves, Historical Memorial Cave and Kart Postal Cave

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    near Mílatos, Crete (Greece)
    Author
    Monik O
    Distance
    6.11mi
    Elevation +
    1342f
    TrailRank
    52
    Photo ofMílatos 2 Caves, Historical Memorial Cave and Kart Postal Cave Photo ofMílatos 2 Caves, Historical Memorial Cave and Kart Postal Cave Photo ofMílatos 2 Caves, Historical Memorial Cave and Kart Postal Cave

    This was an experimental hike trying some shortcuts to avoid the asphalt road btw. Milatos historical cave and Kastello Hill, got quite steep and spiky in the bushes at some points, not recommended. Climbing Kastello Hil...

  • Rodopos Creete

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    near Rodopós, Crete (Greece)
    Author
    pghd1963
    Distance
    11.74mi
    Elevation +
    1978f
    TrailRank
    52| Rating 4.0
    Photo ofRodopos Creete Photo ofRodopos Creete Photo ofRodopos Creete

    Really beautiful but challenging walk on the peninsula of Rodopos (Creete) taken from the Rother Guide Creete (track 2). A sometimes tough walk over mule tracks facing deep abysses, rewards you with astonishing views ov...

    Circuit sympa, mais la montée au col avant de basculer sur Rodopou est d'une part mal balisée, d'autre part pas agréable...
    Bioclim

  • Kritsa gorge

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    near Kritsá, Kriti (Greece)
    Author
    yvesvin
    Distance
    5.26mi
    Elevation +
    735f
    TrailRank
    52
    Photo ofKritsa gorge Photo ofKritsa gorge Photo ofKritsa gorge

    One of the most known gorges in this region. Especially the first part is extraordinary beautiful. The rocks are very colourful and at some place the gorge is only 1,5 meter wide. At a few places, a little bit of easy sc...

  • Vámos - Kalýves

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    near Vámos, Crete (Greece)
    Author
    Lena Gustafsson Sweden
    Distance
    6.59mi
    Elevation +
    502f
    TrailRank
    52
    Photo ofVámos - Kalýves Photo ofVámos - Kalýves Photo ofVámos - Kalýves

    Very nice walk between beautiful villages with cafes and tavernas. Magnificent views over the sea and Lefka Ori mountains. One passage is a wooded small gorge. We took the bus to Vamos from Chania, and back to Chania fro...

  • Kolumbari, Crete circuit

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    near Kolympári, Crete (Greece)
    Author
    vibramhead
    Distance
    6.99mi
    Elevation +
    955f
    TrailRank
    52| Rating 4.34
    Photo ofKolumbari, Crete circuit Photo ofKolumbari, Crete circuit Photo ofKolumbari, Crete circuit

    This walk on the Rodopou Peninsula follows paved roads and dirt tracks, starting in Kolumbari, climbing through olive groves and passing through the small village of Astratigos, then the larger village of Afrata, where t...

    Nice route. Preferred the first half, which was mountains and olive groves. Seconds half was road with a great view of t...
    Mogens Heller Grabe
    Very nice! Higly recommended! Nice views!
    Brel63

  • Kalyves-Armenoi-Kalyves, a nice walk to Armenoi and back

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    near Kalýves, Crete (Greece)
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    dewereldreiziger
    Distance
    5.46mi
    Elevation +
    177f
    TrailRank
    52| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofKalyves-Armenoi-Kalyves, a nice walk to Armenoi and back Photo ofKalyves-Armenoi-Kalyves, a nice walk to Armenoi and back Photo ofKalyves-Armenoi-Kalyves, a nice walk to Armenoi and back

    This is a nice walk through the countryside of the Kalyves region. There are no steep climbs or rough paths. Just an easy enjoyable walk. In Armenoi we stopped for a drink at a very nice authentic cafe with friendly and...

    Lovely on a sunny day in February..
    breesus

  • Ravdoúcha

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    near Ravdoúcha, Crete (Greece)
    Author
    Mr Petri
    with Riitta@raesmaa.com
    Distance
    4.03mi
    Elevation +
    896f
    TrailRank
    52
    Photo ofRavdoúcha Photo ofRavdoúcha Photo ofRavdoúcha

    Ravdoúcha - Cape Sideris - Agia Marina chapel. The first half of the route is a long winding road from the parking lot at the cemetery down to the beach. Gorgeous views all along the path with several benches along th...

  • Sita, Hellenistic & Minoan Sites

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    near Sitia, Crete (Greece)
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    boober fraggle
    Distance
    8.20mi
    Elevation +
    600f
    TrailRank
    52
    Photo ofSita, Hellenistic & Minoan Sites Photo ofSita, Hellenistic & Minoan Sites Photo ofSita, Hellenistic & Minoan Sites

    An easy walk from Sita tourist info to the Hellenistic town of Trytipos, followed by a Minoan Villa, then the Minoan Palace of Petras. Walk is only 3-4 hours but I spread it over the day with picnics and swimming. Start ...

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