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Karfi – View of Aposelemis Reservoir loop from Krasi

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Karfi – View of Aposelemis Reservoir loop from Krasi

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Karfi – View of Aposelemis Reservoir loop from Krasi

04:46

13.2km

710m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 18, 2026

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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 3.15 km for 736 m

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Start point

Parking

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3.11 km

Saint George Spring and Signpost to Karphi Minoan Settlement

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Before climbing the last few meters to the summit, you can refresh yourself at the spring. There is also a signpost to the Minoan settlement that was found here.

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3.41 km

Karfi Peak

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No pathway, but easy access from the peak of Karphi.

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3.47 km

Karfi

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Very nice view of both the sea and the Lassithi plain with the surrounding mountains. Old Minoan settlement just below the summit.

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4.51 km

View of Aposelemis Reservoir

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In addition to the view of the Aposelemis reservoir, you can also see a chapel with a spacious space on the bottom left.

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5.03 km

View of the Lasithi Plateau

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Again and again there are beautiful views of the Lasithi plateau.

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5.79 km

View of the Lasithi Plateau

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From here there is a wonderful view of the plateau

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6.05 km

Start of the Ascent

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From here the path gets a little steeper. The many trees and bushes always offer shade.

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8.79 km

Wildflower Meadow on the Nissimos Plateau

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Back down from the mountain

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13.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.95 km

2.26 km

1.93 km

728 m

286 m

Surfaces

10.5 km

1.51 km

728 m

379 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 1 July

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Karfi – View of Aposelemis Reservoir loop from Krasi

Saint George Spring and Signpost to Karphi Minoan Settlement

Karfi Peak

Karfi

View of Aposelemis Reservoir

View of the Lasithi Plateau

View of the Lasithi Plateau

Start of the Ascent

Wildflower Meadow on the Nissimos Plateau

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