You can walk there and back or go one way and return by boat (€5/person in July 2025).
From Chora Sfakion to Loutros
Very pretty route along the coast from Chora Sfakion to Loutros.
Passes through pretty coves and turquoise beaches, with a beautiful view of the village of Loutros on arrival.
The first part from Chora Skafion is on the road, but then a pretty trail awaits you.
There are a few technical sections with pebbles, but overall it's a fun hike. Make sure you wear good shoes.
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Activity: Walking -
Distance: 6.74 km -
Average duration: 2h 20 -
Difficulty: Moderate -
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Back to start: No -
Ascent: + 400 m -
Descent: - 404 m -
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Highest point: 121 m -
Lowest point: 2 m
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Country:
Greece
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Start: N 35.201841° / E 24.135076° -
End: N 35.200424° / E 24.079264° -
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- S : km 0 - alt. 15 m
- E : km 6.74 - alt. 11 m
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From Chora Sfakion to Loutro
Visorando Member 4.52 km
+273 m
-354 m
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A superb walk along the coast with the option of stopping several times along the way to swim. Bring plenty of water as the walk is in direct sunlight.
You can return the same way or by boat
Descent of the Imbros Gorge
Visorando Member 
6.06 km
+63 m
-655 m
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Less well known but also less crowded and more shaded than the Samaria Gorge, the Imbros Gorge offers a beautiful descent almost to the Libyan Sea.We did this descent in the middle of August on a fairly hot day and didn't suffer from the heat at all, as we left at 8:30 a.m. and spent 80% of the time in the shade.The descent took us two hours, taking our time (photos).The descent costs €10 per person (there is a small hut at the start of the descent with someone there)and the taxi back up costs €25.
Samaria Gorge from Xyloskalo to Agia Roumeli
Visorando Member 14.33 km
+1,270 m
-2,512 m
7h 45
Difficult
Departure from Greece
A must-do hike in Crete, the Samaria Gorge offers spectacular scenery in the heart of the national park of the same name. The trail starts at Xyloskalo (1,250 metres above sea level) and descends to the coastal village of Agia Roumeli, following an impressive 16-kilometre canyon.
The route is very well marked: just follow the descent along the entire route. The start is the most demanding part, with a steep and sometimes slippery slope; handrails have been installed to make it easier to progress. The path then alternates between pine forests, rocky passages and river crossings, before reaching the narrowest part of the gorge, which is only a few metres wide.
Throughout the journey, several clearly marked checkpoints allow you to measure your progress and find places to rest. The arrival in Agia Roumeli, on the shores of the Libyan Sea, rewards your efforts with the opportunity to swim and enjoy the village's taverns.
From Sougia to the archaeological site of Lissos
Visorando Member 3.10 km
+241 m
-164 m
1h 35
Moderate
Departure from Greece
A charming hike starting from Sougia. You will be able to enjoy spectacular views. The archaeological site is simple but very interesting. Excavations by the University of Crete are ongoing. From the site, it is only a short walk (200 metres) to the beach where you can cool off.
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