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This well-known gorge, 5km in length, is located between Orino village and the coastal village, Koutsouras. Spring is the best season for a visit. The glugging of the waterfalls echoes in the gorge and countless colorful wild flowers adorn the scenery. Crossing it could be very dangerous in the winter due to the running waters. It is also...
Although it is not easily accessed by an inexperienced climber, it is worth mentioning that it is considered to be not only one of the wildest gorges in Greece but also one of the most beautiful in Europe. Ha Gorge maintains its beauties inaccessible. The largest waterfall in Crete is located in this gorge. It is 215m in height with lakes,...
This gorge extends from Ano Zakros to Kato Zakros, in the eastern part of the district. It was named after the findings of the Minoan tombs that were found in the caves of the gorge. It is easily accessible and the hiking takes around two hours. Crossing it might be a little more difficult in the winter due to the running waters that make the...
Due to its luxuriant vegetation and the running waters, this gorge is transcendent. However, its main place of interest is a waterfall of 40m height that composes a breathtaking scenery. The gorge was named after the watermills that used to operate there once. The Milonas Gorge is located in Ai Gianni of Ierapetra and ends near Kakia Skala...
A gorge that has everything you might wish for: running waters, small waterfalls, watermills, caves, chapels, remarkable rock formations, crinums and orchids. The gorge is also called "Chinese scenery" from the small pine trees that exist in the area and look like bonsai trees and, depending on the season, there is the smell of chamomile in the...
It is located near Exo Mouliana village between Sitia and Agios Nikolaos. Pacing this gorge will take you three to three and a half hours in a really gorgeous and green trail with the smell of the herbs erring in the atmosphere. On the trail, you will come across a stone bridge, a waterfall and several watermills, remnants of the past. At the...
The gorge of Kritsas is located within close distance from Agios Nikolaos. Its length is 13km and can be easily accessed. Spring and summer is the best time for a visit. In some spots, you will have to climb up some small rocks, something that can be done without any difficulty. The gorge ends in Tapes village, where you can rest.
Selinari is the most easily accessible gorge, since the highway Heraklion-Ierapetra passes through it and it can be admired even from the inside of your car. Otherwise, you can wander around this verdurous scenery on foot and visit the springs of the gorge. You should definitely visit the monastery of Agios Georgios that is located in the gorge.
