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Iron Gates (Samaria Gorge) – Samaria Village Ruins loop from Agia Roumeli

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Iron Gates (Samaria Gorge) – Samaria Village Ruins loop from Agia Roumeli

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4.9

(1335)

7,535

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Iron Gates (Samaria Gorge) – Samaria Village Ruins loop from Agia Roumeli

06:44

21.8km

750m

Hiking

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

Last updated: October 22, 2025

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2.63 km

Samaria Gorge

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Or the end if you get in at the top 🤓

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3.57 km

The Gates of the Samaria Gorge

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The hike is quite demanding and should not be underestimated. Sure-footedness and suitable footwear (at least closed, ideally trekking/hiking boots) are required.

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3.71 km

Iron Gates (Samaria Gorge)

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Very easy to reach from below if you don't want to or can't put yourself through the stress of being above. A little experience and sturdy shoes won't hurt.

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4.47 km

Steep Cliffs of the Samaria Gorge

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in the lower part of the gorge, just before the exit, the gorge narrows and you are in the middle of high and steep rock faces.

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8.19 km

Ruins of Samaria Village

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This is where the gorge supervisors have their base and, in an emergency, a rescue helicopter can also land here. But mainly, the deserted mountain village is a great place …

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8.86 km

Samaria Gorge

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As a rule, a few hundred people start the tour through the gorge here every day.

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18.2 km

Iron Gates (Sideroportes), Samaria Gorge

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Absolutely impressive the steep rock face and the beautiful path on the boardwalk over the stream!

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19.5 km

Samaria Gorge Entrance

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Usually hundreds of people start the tour here every day

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21.8 km

End point

Restaurant

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.9 km

6.70 km

2.52 km

1.62 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.9 km

6.40 km

4.45 km

< 100 m

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