Myrtos (Greek: Μύρτος (m. sg.)) is a village in the municipality of Ierapetra on the south coast of the Greek island of Crete. It lies approximately 50 km from Agios Nikolaos on the road to Viannos. Together with four nearby settlements, the village forms a local community; Myrtos itself has 441 inhabitants.

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Mirtos on the Libyan Sea is idyllic and not yet overcrowded.

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1. Sarakina Gorge – Climbing Aid in Kritsa Gorge loop from Mirtos

15.1km

04:37

370m

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

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2. Sarakina Gorge – Climbing Aid in Kritsa Gorge loop from Mirtos

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04:37

370m

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

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3. Mirtos Beach – Myrtos Beach loop from Mirtos

9.28km

02:38

200m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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1. Sarakina Gorge – Climbing Aid in Kritsa Gorge loop from Mirtos

2. Sarakina Gorge – Climbing Aid in Kritsa Gorge loop from Mirtos

3. Mirtos Beach – Myrtos Beach loop from Mirtos

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