Sarakina Gorge – Sarakina Gorge Narrow Passage loop from Mithi

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Sarakina Gorge – Sarakina Gorge Narrow Passage loop from Mithi

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Sarakina Gorge – Sarakina Gorge Narrow Passage loop from Mithi

02:02

5.99km

230m

Hiking

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

Last updated: November 4, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 1.43 km for 921 m

Waypoints

Start point

Restaurant

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1.36 km

Sarakina Gorge

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The gorge is approximately 1.5 km long and between three and ten meters wide, only reaching greater widths in a few places. The rock walls reach a height of about …

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1.57 km

Sarakina Gorge Narrow Passage

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The narrow passage at the beginning is a wonderful photo opportunity for me. In the early hours, the walls shimmer golden through the sun ...

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1.61 km

Sarakina Gorge

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I liked this gorge very much.

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1.65 km

Waterfalls in the Gorge of Sarakina

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A real highlight! (at least when it's dry, with water in the canyon I'd rather stay away) An entertaining climb with lots of interesting insights and views, there's something new …

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1.74 km

Climbing Aid in Kritsa Gorge

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The gorge is approximately 1.5 km long and between three and ten meters wide, only reaching greater widths in a few places. The rock walls reach a height of about …

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2.00 km

Climbing Passage in Rocky Canyon

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The gorge is approximately 1.5 km long and between three and ten meters wide, only reaching greater widths in a few places. The rock walls reach a height of about …

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3.10 km

View of the Canyon

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5.99 km

End point

Restaurant

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.19 km

921 m

796 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.19 km

1.03 km

715 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (130 m)

Weather

Saturday 7 November

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Comments

July 15, 2025,Atemberaubender Durchgang – Sarakinas Schlucht Runde von Mithi

Very beautiful gorge - it was a lot of fun 🤗 in summer (15.07) unfortunately completely dried out, but it was still great 👍

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March 13, 2025,Breathtaking passage – Sarakinas Gorge loop from Mithi

This is listed as an Expert trail - Google reviews listed as easy (likely reviewed by 25yo's who live on climbing walls). We decided to give it a try. We're both in our late 60's and in half decent shape. It was the hardest trek we've done, but mostly we have stuck with Intermediate. There were a lot of spots …

August 9, 2022,Atemberaubender Durchgang – Sarakinas Schlucht Runde von Μύθοι

The path through the gorge is really beautiful but definitely not a walk. You have to be able to climb a bit. It goes over huge boulders and through tiny crevices. Sometimes you can't avoid getting your feet wet to cross the little river. You will be rewarded with magnificent views, many small waterfalls and natural pools in which you …

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April 30, 2022,Schluchtenwanderung 30.04.2022: Sarakinas-Schlucht

Here, too, the GPS data, in terms of running or climbing time and speed, unfortunately does not match.

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June 6, 2022,Kreta:Sarakinas Schlucht-oder Spider Woman trifft Aquaman

First of all: This is a great tour,😍😍 I think it's mega, but don't underestimate it. There is climbing, sometimes with and sometimes without a rope or iron handles, rocks are crossed that are completely smooth and really slippery and you stand up to your knees in well-tempered water. In addition, narrow crevices are crossed, which require an elastic waist. …

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September 15, 2023,Sarakinas Schlucht- Runde vom Parkplatz der Schlucht

Short but challenging climbing through the gorge. The way back goes back on the road.

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October 16, 2023,Sarakinas Schlucht von Μύρτος(Mithi)

We actually wanted to hike through a stream and were prepared for wet feet. But at the end of October the olive trees got all the water. All I met were black “snakes” that stretched through the entire gorge. It's part of it here. But it's a great little hike, we chose the way back via the road and didn't …

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May 16, 2022,Sarakina Schlucht Rundweg

The Sarakina Gorge is only about 1.5 km long, but for me one of the most beautiful.

The gorge is between 3 and 10 m wide and the rock faces are up to 150 m high.

To cross the gorge, you partly walk through the river bed - so wet feet included 😉. You should also be sure-footed, as you …

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