Adrianos Gorge on Crete: This is a challenging hike for the experienced hiker! We start the hike near Neapolis, Lassithi.
It starts immediately with a nice ascent on a well-trodden path. Next, we walk across the mountain via an old donkey trail, enjoying beautiful views of the surroundings. At the top of the ridge, we can see the village below us from where we enter the gorge. After a descent, we emerge in the village. Here we walk around the village, which is largely deserted. Two people still live in this small village.
The gorge and cave
We then walk towards the gorge. We visit a cave with beautiful stalagmites and stalactites. A torch with you is recommended to see the structures clearly. Then we emerge into the gorge and the real hiking begins! The gorge has a number of obstacles such as large rocks and sections that do require some scrambling. But the biggest obstacles are two ropes you have to use to go down a steep wall. The first section is about 2 metres, but the 2nd is at least 3-4m. This is not for everyone.
After this, the route continues through the gorge, which we follow further down. At the end of the gorge, we ascend again through the olive fields towards the car.
- Length: around 10 km
- Height difference: approx. 450 metres
More information about walking on Crete
Walking on Crete Greece – Information about walking on Crete: Our accommodation is located directly at the seafront and is an ideal starting point for hiking across Crete, both in the summer and in the winter. We offer possibilities for individual hikes or group hikes. You might know the Samaria gorge, but to explore more from the beautiful and diverse nature of Crete, you should really join us on a hike. There is a great variety of walks on Crete: walking tours through Greek villages, impressive mountain and gorge hikes on Crete or walking through the olive groves and fields on Crete. Our walking tours are suitable for everybody: from group hiking tours on Crete to individual walks or aged 50+ walks on Crete. You can book all our walks and hikes in combination with accommodation on Crete Greece.
Hiking and walking week in Crete Greece: a whole week walking through the magnificent and diverse nature of Crete with accommodation. We offer you a variety of hikes to get to know Crete in a different way. Included are: all hikes, transfers, breakfast, dinner and accommodation. There are also options to do 8 hikes in 10 days including a two-day hike. With the two-day hike we sleep in tents or in a hotel en route. Crete has a great variety of walking areas that are suitable for longer walking holidays.
Gorges and canyons on Crete
Canyons on Crete: There is a big difference between walking, hiking and canyoning. On Crete there are canyons where people with little hiking experience easily can pass through. By hiking through the many gorges and canyons you can discover the exceptional nature of Crete. There are also larger and more dangerous canyons, where you should always pass with a guide, even when you are an experienced hiker. On Crete there are several canyon clubs that we can help you to get in touch with. Whether you want an easy walk without many differences in altitude or a heavy hike through a canyon on Crete, everything is possible.
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