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Aradena Gorge and Marmara Beach: Gorge meets coast

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    Varied circular hike through the Aradena Gorge to Marmara Beach and back – spectacular, challenging, and full of natural highlights!

    difficult
    Distance 15.1 km
    7:43 h
    1,429 m
    1,452 m
    635 m
    6 m

    Starting point of the tour is at 604 m altitude near Aradena in the Chania district. The path initially leads down trails and gravel roads into the impressive Aradena Gorge, which captivates with steep rock walls and spectacular views. After the demanding descent, you reach the picturesque Marmara Beach on the Libyan Sea – ideal for a break or a refreshing swim.

    Then the route continues over varied paths, including trails, gravel and asphalt sections, with some steep climbs back toward the starting point. The tour demands very good fitness but offers a unique combination of gorge and coastal landscape.

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    difficult
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    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Highest point
    635 m
    Lowest point
    6 m

    Track types

    Asphalt 29.13%Dirt road 10.78%Forested/wild trail 1.29%Path 44.72%Road 5.30%Unknown 8.75%
    Asphalt
    4.4 km
    Dirt road
    1.6 km
    Forested/wild trail
    195 m
    Path
    6.7 km
    Road
    799 m
    Unknown
    1.3 km
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    Safety information

    Difficult tour (level 3): The technical difficulty is 3. Make sure you have the necessary experience. Physically demanding: This tour requires good endurance. Plan enough breaks. Long tour (15.1 km): The tour is quite long at 15.1 km. Allow enough time. Lots of elevation (1429.0 m): With 1429.0 m of ascent, expect a challenging tour. Check current weather and trail conditions before starting. Adjust your plans according to changing weather, snow, and light conditions.

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    Public transport

    In the Chania district, it is recommended to travel by regional bus near Aradena. Check current timetables in advance.

    Directions

    From Chania, follow the signs south towards the Chania district. Aradena is accessible via regional roads.

    Parking

    Near the starting point at Aradena, there are options to park the car by the roadside or in small parking bays.

    Coordinates

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    35.222199, 24.063351
    DMS
    35°13'19.9"N 24°03'48.1"E
    UTM
    35S 232712 3901637
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    Equipment

    Sturdy and comfortable footwear, weather-appropriate clothing in layers, sun and rain protection, provisions and drinking water, first aid kit, mobile phone, maps.

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    Difficulty
    difficult
    Overall difficulty
    difficult

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    15.1 km
    Duration
    7:43 h
    Ascent
    1,429 m
    Descent
    1,452 m
    Highest point
    635 m
    Lowest point
    6 m
    Round trip

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