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Kapetaniana

Kapetaniana

Rico Bauer planned a hike

June 26, 2026

Kapetaniana

Hard

04:39

14.5km

3.1km/h

530m

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Overview

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

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 6.57 km for 603 m

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1.67 km

Animal Gate on Mountain Path

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3.47 km

School of Aristotle Monastery (Koudoumas)

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Historically interesting and you are completely alone with the Cretan mountains. Many compare the monastery to the “first Greek university” as it was an important center for literature and education. …

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4.20 km

View of Mount Kofinas

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If you look at Kofinas from this direction, the mountain appears much more impressive.

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6.84 km

Kofinas Summit (1,231 m) and the Holy Cross Chapel

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A little bumpy but safe climb. Magnificent view over half of Crete. The summit itself is more of a plateau. Above is the Holy Cross Church, compared to older pictures …

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7.04 km

Ascent to Asterousia Mountains

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Not very long, but steep and partly slippery. You need your hands in two places.

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7.61 km

Chapel at the foot of Kofinas

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Church of the Most Holy Theotokos below the Kofinas, unfortunately closed during our two visits to the Kofinas.

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7.98 km

Minoan Temple

Archaeological Site

11.2 km

View of Agios Ioannis Coastline

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That's almost 1000 meters difference in altitude!

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11.7 km

Asterousia Mountains

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The southernmost mountain range in Greece is a top destination for a holiday far away from mass tourism. Grab a four-by-four, your hiking boots and set off - an adventure …

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14.5 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.40 km

2.05 km

1.77 km

689 m

575 m

Surfaces

11.3 km

1.77 km

913 m

477 m

Route Details

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Highest point (1,160 m)

Lowest point (710 m)

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Kapetaniana

Animal Gate on Mountain Path

School of Aristotle Monastery (Koudoumas)

View of Mount Kofinas

Kofinas Summit (1,231 m) and the Holy Cross Chapel

Ascent to Asterousia Mountains

Chapel at the foot of Kofinas

View of Agios Ioannis Coastline

Asterousia Mountains

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