Vai Palm Beach
Sandy beach backed by Europe’s largest natural forest of Cretan date palms.
Sandy beaches · Sitia
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.
Gorge of the Dead (Zakros)
A walk from Zakros to the Minoan palace.
Gorges · Sitia
Richtis Gorge and Waterfall
A shady gorge with a 20 m waterfall.
Gorges · Sitia
Sitia Geopark
Fossils, caves and gorges in eastern Crete.
Plateaus, forests & parks · Sitia
Hidden gem
Pelekita Cave
A big cave on the coast.
Caves · Sitia
Hidden gem
Ziros Plateau
A plateau in the far south-east.
Plateaus, forests & parks · Sitia
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