There are rangers everywhere in the Samaria Gorge who are always checking on hikers' well-being. Some of them are also out with mules. If someone can't go on anymore and has overdone themselves, they are transported away with a mule.

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Sascha G.

May 23, 2024

Hiking

If you are in Crete and like adventure, you should definitely do this.
Sturdy shoes are important. The path is very rocky.

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Jo-MUC 🥾🎿🚲⛰️

May 10, 2024

Hiking

Donkeys and mules are used as means of transport in emergencies.

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1. Samaria Gorge – Iron Gates (Samaria Gorge) loop from ΞΥΛΟΣΚΑΛΟ

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2. Samaria Gorge – Iron Gates (Samaria Gorge) loop from ΞΥΛΟΣΚΑΛΟ

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3. Samaria Gorge – Ruins of Samaria Village loop from ΞΥΛΟΣΚΑΛΟ

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