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The best mountain hikes in the Crete

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Want to explore more of the mountains? In this guide, we’ve reviewed our full collection of mountain hikes in the Crete to bring you the top routes in the region. To see which Tour is right for you, browse real photos and tips uploaded by other mountain hikers, see detail-rich breakdowns at the click of a button—and find your perfect route for your next mountain hike in the Crete.

Last updated: November 28, 2025

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1. Mygerou Refuge – Start of the Psiloritis Trail loop from Lochria

8.72km

05:23

850m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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2. Junction to Gigilos Summit – Gigilos Peak loop from Agia Roumeli

8.82km

05:07

830m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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3. Lake Votomos – Rouvas Gorge Waterfall loop from Nivritos

11.2km

04:50

630m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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4. Samaria Gorge – Samaria Gorge loop from Agia Roumeli

21.8km

07:31

1,140m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Mountaineering loop from Lefkogia

9.25km

03:05

290m

Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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6. Entrance to the Gorge – Rocky Gorge Climbing Section loop from Kritsa

5.64km

01:47

160m

Moderate mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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7. Richtis Beach loop from Exo Mouliana

9.31km

03:22

370m

Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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8. Bridge Over Samaria Gorge loop from Anopoli

15.6km

06:27

890m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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9. Aradena Gorge Bridge – Bridge Over Samaria Gorge loop from Loutro

16.0km

06:16

830m

Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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10. Entrance to the Gorge – Rocky Gorge Climbing Section loop from Καμάρι

3.53km

01:11

110m

Moderate mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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The best mountain hikes in the Crete

1. Mygerou Refuge – Start of the Psiloritis Trail loop from Lochria

2. Junction to Gigilos Summit – Gigilos Peak loop from Agia Roumeli

3. Lake Votomos – Rouvas Gorge Waterfall loop from Nivritos

4. Samaria Gorge – Samaria Gorge loop from Agia Roumeli

5. Mountaineering loop from Lefkogia

6. Entrance to the Gorge – Rocky Gorge Climbing Section loop from Kritsa

7. Richtis Beach loop from Exo Mouliana

8. Bridge Over Samaria Gorge loop from Anopoli

9. Aradena Gorge Bridge – Bridge Over Samaria Gorge loop from Loutro

10. Entrance to the Gorge – Rocky Gorge Climbing Section loop from Καμάρι

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