Amari Valley
A green valley between Psiloritis and Kedros.
Hochebenen, Wälder & Parks · Amari
Natur & Landschaften
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.
Psiloritis UNESCO Geopark
A UNESCO geopark around Crete's highest mountain.
Hochebenen, Wälder & Parks · Amari
Geheimtipp
Patsos Gorge
A short gorge with pools and a chapel.
Schluchten · Amari
Geheimtipp
Mount Kedros
A conical mountain with rare plants.
Berge & Gipfel · Amari
Geheimtipp
Gious Kampos Plateau
A plateau of endemic tulips at the foot of Kedros.
Hochebenen, Wälder & Parks · Amari