Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: January 14, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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1.35 km

View of Archanes

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Archanes lies at the foot of Mount Giouchtas. From up here you can see the entire town all the way to the sea.

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2.39 km

Chapel on Mount Juktas

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Open church on the summit.

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2.67 km

Afendis Christos Church on Mount Giouchtas

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The small church stands on the Afendis Cristos, the middle peak of Giouchta. To reach via a steep path from Archanes or by car on a dirt road. The tiny …

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2.68 km

Juktas Summit

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The mountain is called Juchtas and the peak with the church Afendis Christos. On the Psili Korfi, the highest peak of the Juchtas mountain, you can find the remains of a Minoan mountain sanctuary.

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3.69 km

View of Archanes from Psili Korfi

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Archanes is located about twelve kilometers south of Heraklion at the foot of Mount Giouchtas. With the Dikti Mountains in the background, it is a beautiful view.

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3.85 km

Minoan Peak Sanctuary on Mount Juktas

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On Psili Korfi, the highest peak of Mount Juchtas, you can find the remains of a Minoan mountain sanctuary. The area is surrounded by a fence and the gate is …

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9.12 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.29 km

4.05 km

432 m

348 m

Surfaces

4.20 km

2.67 km

1.50 km

422 m

260 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (770 m)

Lowest point (360 m)

Weather

Wednesday 11 March

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