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Apokoronas

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Hiking Trail · Apokoronas
Chania Trails - APO 12 - The Way of the Shepherds
recommended route Difficulty T3 difficult
Distance 7.8 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 514 m
Descent 514 m

A kaleidoscope of landscapes on old shepherd's paths: Pristine nature, fantastic views, a rebel's cave and a challenging mountain trail make this ...

3.8
from Vasilis Deligiannis,   Chania Trails
Hiking Trail · Apokoronas
Chania Trails - APO 01 - Aptera, Between Air and Water
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 12.8 km
Duration 4:15 h
Ascent 108 m
Descent 219 m

This cultural trail connects Stylos with Itzedin Fortress and ancient Aptera. Explore 4000 years of history, Stylos's springs, Aptera's walls & ...

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Hiking Trail · Apokoronas
Chania Trails - APO 09 - The Lake Tour
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 8.3 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 434 m
Descent 434 m

Explore Kournas Lake in Apokoronas, Crete, the blue jewel from Lefka Ori. Discover the trail from the lake's waters to Klima plateau, offering ...

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from Vasilis Deligiannis,   Chania Trails
Hiking Trail · Apokoronas
Chania Trails - APO 02 - Walk in History
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 8.8 km
Duration 4:50 h
Ascent 420 m
Descent 420 m

Follow the footsteps of the Minoans past a perennial olive tree. This trail climbs from Styllos to the Byzantine church & fortress of ...

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from Vasilis Deligiannis,   Chania Trails
Hiking Trail · Apokoronas
Chania Trails - APO 06 - At the Outskirts of the Historic Capital of Apokoronas
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 11.7 km
Duration 4:40 h
Ascent 433 m
Descent 433 m

Explore historic Vamos & charming villages Douliana & Gavalochori. Follow a beautiful nature trail, discover folklore & see Byzantine wells in ...

4.5
from Vasilis Deligiannis,   Chania Trails
Hiking Trail · Apokoronas
Chania Trails - APO 10 - The Unexpected Forest
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 7.6 km
Duration 3:55 h
Ascent 253 m
Descent 253 m

Hike Apokoronas, Crete: Loop trail from Kournas via Kastellos & Patima villages. Discover traditional settlements, a forgotten path, an impressive ...

5
from Vasilis Deligiannis,   Chania Trails
Hiking Trail · Apokoronas
Chania Trails - APO 07 - The Enchanted Forest
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 2.7 km
Duration 1:05 h
Ascent 87 m
Descent 2 m

Easy trail from Xirosterni & Souri villages to Roupakias forest in Apokoronas. Enjoy the forest's rich nature & the stunning Lefka Ori mountain ...

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Hiking Trail · Apokoronas
Chania Trails - APO 08 - Contrasting Landscapes
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 15.7 km
Duration 7:05 h
Ascent 537 m
Descent 537 m

Take the trail from Kefalas to Kalyvaki beach on the sea front of Apokoronas via a forest & villages. The return trip via Likotinara offers ...

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from Vasilis Deligiannis,   Chania Trails
Hiking Trail · Apokoronas
Chania Trails - APO 03 - Stone Shepherds Huts in the White Mountains
recommended route Difficulty T3 moderate
Distance 10.7 km
Duration 7:10 h
Ascent 974 m
Descent 974 m

Discover the alpine trail of Apokoronas from Melidoni towards the heights of Lefka Ori. Experience authentic shepherd landscapes & mitata on a ...

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Hiking Trail · Apokoronas
Chania Trails - APO 04 - The Cypress Villages
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 10.9 km
Duration 4:45 h
Ascent 655 m
Descent 655 m

Explore historic villages  Vafes, Tzitzifes, Fres & Nipos in the district of Apokoronas. See traditional architecture, the famous square of Fres & ...

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  • August 23, 2026
    Markus Lenggenhager
    Community
    August 21, 2026
    Brombeerstauden gleich zu Beginn. Der Aufstieg im schattigen Tal ist steil, aber abwechslungsreich und gut markiert. Für den Aufstieg bis der Weg auf die Strasse trifft benötigten wir rund 2 Std. In der Sommerhitze verzichteten wir auf den zweiten schattenlosen Teil und wanderten in 1.25 Std auf der kaum befahrenen Strasse zurück ins Dorf.
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    Challenging Variety of paths Solitude
    Written August 23, 2026
    Hiking Trail
    Chania Trails - APO 12 - The Way of the Shepherds
  • May 16, 2026
    Elise Darque
    Community
    May 15, 2026
    Very nice path but, as per the other review (that I missed to read beforehand) we faced a blocked fence along with a hungry horse. We climbed a fence to go out. + we never found the path at the end of to the beach and had to exit through the resort
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    Written May 16, 2026
    Hiking Trail
    Chania Trails - APO 01 - Aptera, Between Air and Water
  • April 20, 2026
    Robert Paul Pudelko 
    Community
    Sehr schöner Weg, jedoch auch anspruchsvoll! Es empfiehlt sich, den Weg in der entgegengesetzten Richtung zu gehen, dann hat man zwar am Anfang einen sehr steilen Anstieg über Felsen etc., dies vermeidet jedoch den sehr steilen Abstieg und mögliche Verletzungen. Unbedingt auf die Markierungen achten, um nicht vom Weg abzukommen. Am besten in den frühen Morgenstunden starten, dann wartet das Mittagessen im Dorf oder in der Nähe. :)
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    Photo: Robert Paul Pudelko, Community
    Photo: Robert Paul Pudelko, Community
    Photo: Robert Paul Pudelko, Community
    Photo: Robert Paul Pudelko, Community
    Written April 20, 2026
    Hiking Trail
    Chania Trails - APO 12 - The Way of the Shepherds
  • April 15, 2026
    Simon Roffe 
    Community
    April 15, 2026
    Very pleasant hike, the views are good and the forest is a cool place. Enjoyed it!
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    Written April 15, 2026
    Hiking Trail
    Chania Trails - APO 10 - The Unexpected Forest
  • April 11, 2026
    Simon Roffe 
    Community
    April 11, 2026
    Beautiful and interesting route, full of springtime flowers and easy to follow thanks to the red/white trail markers. Thanks for posting this route!
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    Written April 11, 2026
    Hiking Trail
    Chania Trails - APO 06 - At the Outskirts of the Historic Capital of Apokoronas
  • April 07, 2026
    Heike Roettgers
    Community
    April 05, 2026
    Wir lieben die Chania Trails und haben uns für gestern nun APO 02 vorgenommen. Der erste Teil der Wanderung war zwar anstrengend, weil steil nach oben, aber super gut begehbar. Wir haben uns auch den "Umweg" zum Olivenbaum gegönnt und dort eine erste Rast gemacht. Danach wich die Beschilderung einmal von der Karte ab, die ich auf dem Handy gespeichert hatte und wir mussten umdrehen. Wir haben die obere Kirche und das Fort ausgelassen, das müssen wir noch einmal gesondert erkunden. Hinweis an die Kartographen: der letzte Teil der Wanderung (fast ebenerdig durch die Felder) ist nicht mehr gut begehbar, voll Gestrüpp, durch einen Hühnerhof (Privatgelände?) und die Wegmarkierungen schwer zu finden. Zuletzt muss man von einer Mauer klettern, was wahrscheinlich nicht so gedacht war. Da würde ich anregen, noch einmal nachzuprüfen, ob die Wegführung so gedacht ist... Insgesamt eine schöne Wanderung, danke dafür!
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    Variety of paths Solitude Scenic
    Written April 07, 2026
    Hiking Trail
    Chania Trails - APO 02 - Walk in History
  • February 06, 2026
    Hazel
    Community
    Walked from Stylos towards Kyani Akti and found the trail blocked by a long fence and the trail markings blacked out, no way through. Back track and join the Stylos Road. At the bridge on the road towards Kalyves the trail markings restart.
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    Written February 06, 2026
    Hiking Trail
    Chania Trails - APO 01 - Aptera, Between Air and Water
  • December 29, 2025
    Michał Kupis
    Community
    December 27, 2025
    Fantastic hike with a varied terrain and astonishing views of the sea. The forest is magical and fairytale-like. The taverna Babis in Kournas is now one of my favourite places to eat - lamb chops and their “Babis” salad are very tasty. I recommend eating there after the hike
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    Photo: Michał Kupis, Community
    Photo: Michał Kupis, Community
    Photo: Michał Kupis, Community
    Photo: Michał Kupis, Community
    Photo: Michał Kupis, Community
    Written December 29, 2025
    Hiking Trail
    Chania Trails - APO 10 - The Unexpected Forest
  • October 29, 2025
    Tabea Götze 
    Outdooractive Editors
    October 22, 2025
    Wunderschöne, nicht ganz einfache Bergwanderung durch eine ursprüngliche Berglandschaft. Die angegebene Gehzeit und Schwierigkeit stimmen und die Markierungen sind top. Sehr zu empfehlen!
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    Photo: Tabea Götze, Outdooractive Editors
    Photo: Tabea Götze, Outdooractive Editors
    Photo: Tabea Götze, Outdooractive Editors
    Photo: Tabea Götze, Outdooractive Editors
    Photo: Tabea Götze, Outdooractive Editors
    Written October 29, 2025
    Hiking Trail
    Chania Trails - APO 12 - The Way of the Shepherds
  • October 23, 2024
    Alexander Mozeika 
    Community
    Great walk! I suggest to use walking sticks.
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    Written October 23, 2024
    Hiking Trail
    Chania Trails - APO 09 - The Lake Tour
  • September 15, 2024
    Adrian Fennell
    Community
    September 15, 2024
    lovely walk, gave it a 4 only because the footpath from the wells outside Gavalochori has been closed. Most of the national footpath signs have been painted over in black. There is a very impenetrable fence half way down the track, so you need to initially follow the road up.
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    Written September 15, 2024
    Hiking Trail
    Chania Trails - APO 06 - At the Outskirts of the Historic Capital of Apokoronas

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