Dikteon Cave
Cave above the Lasithi plateau, mythological birthplace of Zeus.
Höhlen · Lasithi-Hochebene
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.
Lasithi Plateau
A green high plain ringed by mountains.
Hochebenen, Wälder & Parks · Lasithi-Hochebene
Dikti Mountains
The mountains of eastern Crete with peaks over 2,000 m.
Berge & Gipfel · Lasithi-Hochebene
Selakano Forest
Pine forest in the mountains.
Hochebenen, Wälder & Parks · Lasithi-Hochebene
Katharo Plateau
A remote summer plateau above Kritsa.
Hochebenen, Wälder & Parks · Lasithi-Hochebene
Geheimtipp
Trapeza Cave
A cult cave near Tzermiado.
Höhlen · Lasithi-Hochebene
Geheimtipp
Mount Selena
A peak above the Lasithi plateau.
Berge & Gipfel · Lasithi-Hochebene