Samaria Gorge (Crete)
A 16-km one-way walk through Europe's longest gorge in Crete's White Mountains.
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- Region
- Greece
- Country
- Europe
- Biome
- Mediterranean gorge (0–1,250 m)
- Best season
- May – October
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
Key takeaways
- Biome: Mediterranean gorge (0–1,250 m)
- Best season: May – October
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
A 16-km one-way walk through Europe's longest gorge in Crete's White Mountains.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: May – October
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Mediterranean gorge (0–1,250 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
Europe
Biome
Mediterranean gorge (0–1,250 m)
Difficulty
moderate
Plan with verified data
Samaria Gorge (Crete) trip tools
Popular pursuits at Samaria Gorge (Crete)
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
