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Xyloskalo Descent — Samaria Gorge National Park

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Xyloskalo Descent — Samaria Gorge National Park

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Εθνικός Δρυμός Σαμαριάς

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  • Location: Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Χανίων, Greece

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    November 2, 2017

    Hiking

    The first 600 meters of altitude you hike on a relatively steep serpentine path, the "Xylóskalo" - in German "wooden ladder" down. But it is well developed and secured at the difficult places with railings. Nevertheless, surefootedness is required.

    Should something happen, mules wait in several places to collect the injured and transport them to Agia Roumeli. Theoretically, the entire route in the Samaria Gorge is controlled by forest officials.
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    October 12, 2022

    Hiking

    Shortly after the entrance, it goes down in serpentines. This is also where the traffic jams the most when buse wisely people start the tour.
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    June 25, 2022

    Hiking

    A must for hiking fans in Crete. The first 4 km is only downhill over hill and dale, the paths are very uneven, sure-footedness and hiking boots are essential.
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    Distance 659 m

    Downhill 70 m

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    Location: Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Χανίων, Greece

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