Tips & Recommendations
Your Crete hiking guide
In Crete, good preparation and realistic expectations determine whether an excursion will be relaxing or exhausting.
In our tips and recommendations, you will find practical information about mobility, hiking, food and accommodation – concise, honest and based on our own experience.
Ideal for planning your stay sensibly and avoiding typical mistakes.
Our many years of experience on the island will help you to be better prepared, safer and more relaxed when travelling.
Vehicle / Approach
Overview of the different types of taverns and restaurants in Crete, what they offer and what special features await you in Cretan gastronomy.
Recommended for anyone who wants to better understand Cretan cuisine and make informed choices about where to eat.
Road Conditions
A compact overview of the roads in Crete – from main routes to narrow mountain paths – so you can better assess journeys and plan them in a more relaxed manner.
Very useful, especially for those planning hiking trips or round trips.
Hiking Trails / Paths
Useful information about trail conditions, markings and terrain in Crete – ideal for realistically assessing hikes and setting off well prepared.
Recommended for anyone who wants to realistically assess hikes in Crete and stay safe on the trail.
Accomodation
Information about types of accommodation and locations in Crete.
Recommended for anyone looking for accommodation that suits their excursion and hiking plans.
Food & Drinks
Overview of the different types of taverns and restaurants in Crete, what they offer and what special features await you in Cretan gastronomy.
Recommended for anyone who wants to better understand Cretan cuisine and make informed choices about where to eat.
Equipment
Practical tips on the right equipment for hiking in Crete, so that you can enjoy your trip safely, comfortably and appropriately equipped.
Recommended for anyone who wants to hike in Crete well prepared, safely and comfortably.
Types of Transport
Überblick über Bus, Taxi und weitere Transportmöglichkeiten auf Kreta – besonders hilfreich, wenn du ohne Mietwagen flexibel bleiben möchtest.
Empfohlen für alle, die Kreta ohne Mietwagen sicher und flexibel erkunden möchten.
Discover hikes by region
Select the prefecture you are travelling in – all tours have been tested locally and are equipped with GPS data.
Gorges, coastal paths and varied hikes in western Crete
Peaceful landscapes, unspoilt paths and walks away from the main routes
Mountains, gorges and historic hikes in the heart of Crete
Wide plains, quiet gorges and little-travelled routes in the east of the island