Samaria National Park Entrance

Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Χανίων

Samaria National Park Entrance

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Samaria National Park Entrance

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Εθνικός Δρυμός Σαμαριάς

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Location: Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Χανίων, Greece

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Meiner Einer mit Purzelchen im ❤

November 1, 2021

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If you are in Crete and you are on your feet well, the Samaria Gorge is a must. It is one of the most beautiful gorges.

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Michel Laruelle

May 16, 2023

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The start from the north is a long descent to the actual gorge. From this starting point you do have a beautiful view of the mountain tops. ⛰️

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🚲 Se🥾astian 💨

July 11, 2023

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The first kilometers are very exhausting

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Koukoulé Peak (Koukoulé) – Kallergi Hut loop from ΞΥΛΟΣΚΑΛΟ

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Elevation 1,190 m

Weather

Sunday 1 November

11°C

7°C

68 %

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There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Location: Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Χανίων, Greece

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