Asterousia Mountains
Wild mountains between Messara and the Libyan Sea.
Mountains & peaks · Archanes-Asterousia
Nature & landscapes
Gorges, caves, peaks, plateaus and lakes
Behind the beaches, Crete is a mountain island: three ranges above 2,000 m, hundreds of gorges, caves linked to the myths of Zeus, high plateaus and rare palm forests. Spring and autumn are the best seasons for walking; in summer, start early and carry plenty of water.
Mount Giouchtas
The mountain that looks like the face of Zeus.
Mountains & peaks · Archanes-Asterousia
Aba Waterfall
A waterfall in a lush canyon in the south.
Lakes, rivers & waterfalls · Archanes-Asterousia
Hidden gem
Fairy Cave of Astrakoi
A small cave in a gorge, linked to fairy tales.
Caves · Archanes-Asterousia
Hidden gem
Agios Nikitas Palm Forest
A hidden grove of Cretan palms.
Plateaus, forests & parks · Archanes-Asterousia
Hidden gem
Astrakiano Gorge
A green gorge with a fairy cave.
Gorges · Archanes-Asterousia
Hidden gem
Haroupodasos Carob Forest
A wild carob forest in the Asterousia.
Plateaus, forests & parks · Archanes-Asterousia
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