The most beautiful natural sites to discover Iles grecques

Less long (7.5 km), less known and run than the Samaria Gorge, these gorges nevertheless have a definite charm with flourishing vegetation, especially in spring, amazing geological formations and deep caves that were used in history to hide women, children and rebels during the Ottoman occupation. In some shady corners grows the grass of the gods, the famous diktamon. The hike is easy, but once out of the gorge, there is still a 4 km walk on flat ground to Sougia and its beach (without shade).

Sheltered Cove where the Domicile club was elected - Tel +30 22840 43035. Beach volley, restaurant, sun umbrellas, sun loungers… This is the starting point for a beautiful walk to the Haghios Ioannou monastery. Between the beaches of Kolimbythres and Monastery you will see a shipyard behind which a wooden portal is located. If you open it, you'll get to a wonderful, secluded beach that is pretty exposed to the winds.

This is actually two white sandy beaches that follow. There you will have an unobstructed view of the nearby islands and windsurfers that give them joy when the wind allows. Starting from the beach, go to Maria Katourna, a Greek who lives near the beach and pass your order for dinner: Bouillabaisse, lobster… If you take the tracks leading from Santa Maria to Ampelas then to Marmara, you will discover a multitude of small little coves all the prettier and still deserted.

A walk on the coast will take you to Kokkinos Pirgos beach, which you can also rally by bus or car, but we advise you, at least to go, the walk that will take you up to 1 hour 30.

The sandy beach of the city is very popular. Other beaches and coves, not sand but covered with a variety of rocky terraces, are located a few kilometres east to Agia Fotia.

Its name is due to the sources of fresh fresh water coming out of the rocks (often dried in summer). Possible Wildlife camping: some of them settle there for several months. Not much shade, but a small tavern sells refreshments and what to eat in season. Above the beach, a hotel has been quietly located at the bottom of the new asphalt road.

Discover the fauna and flora of Crete, in the middle of a pristine nature. No less than 150 species of fruit trees, medicinal or ornamental plants, some animals are recorded in this park about 200 000 m ², at the feet of the White Mountains. You will follow the many trails set in this lush vegetation, without being able to imagine that here everything had burned in 2003! In summer, early risers will have the privilege of enjoying air freshness.

This is the opportunity to make a few beautiful walks. The most beautiful are those of Martezi and Plakes (the aquarium of Amorgos) accessible by a road of minutes walking or by caicos. There is also the choice between Pandeleimonas, Kato Krotiri, Aghios (about 1 minutes) or Mouros, Kalotaritissa and Kato Kambos (about hour).

The beach next to the port is not very tempting, you'd better win Kypri, Fellos, Aghios Petros. Klitschko, in the translucent waters and the large rollers, lies at the end of a 25 km road.

Near the city, Stavros, Aghios Markos and Kionia (3 km) are fairly populated. Also Aghios Fokas (2,5 km), Ai Giannis Ports (8 km).

To extend your towel in the shade of the eucalyptus, between Korissia and the road for Vourkari.

At 4 km by continuing to the east, it offers a good view of the city of Karistos on the island of L. To access it, you cross a valley planted with olive trees, almond trees and fruit trees. This beach offers the advantage of being calm and little busy. Two taverns and some apartments for rent.

Beyond the pebble beach of the port, you can easily reach on foot the five beaches of the surroundings.

Towards the north, on the other side of the port, Vardia is a pretty bay, one of the longest on the island, but it is very exposed to the wind so avoid meltemi days. It is accessible by a staircase and you will find small pebbles and some rare trees. Towards the south, three beaches follow one another: Latinaki, Vitsentsou and Pountaki. Prefer Vitsentsou for the clear view towards the open sea, its sandy beach little visited and its deep water.

Just after Antonio lies the beach of Pounda (not confused with the village of Pounda which is facing Antiparos). There are two beach clubs where access is free but where the activities are paid. Huge swimming pool, bars, restaurants, ping-pong, billiards, élastique… You can do everything and anything. The clientele is young and cheryth, the music is thoroughly.

You can swim without fear on the beach near the harbour. Clear water and turquoise, and perfect sand.

The beach of Kedros, 1 km from Stavros, is an interesting option for bathing, but it is a naturist beach… Some consider it one of the most beautiful beaches in Greece. If you are going away, you can rest assured that Livadi beach is a naturist beach. Reserved for amateurs, therefore.