Samaria Gorge (Crete)
A 16-km one-way walk through Europe's longest gorge in Crete's White Mountains.
Where on earth
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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
