For those who like hiking, trekking, biking and walking and are up for a challenge then maybe the E4 European Long Distance Path, or at least part of it, will be right for you.

IRINI GORGE

It begins at Kastelli in the west of Crete and crosses along the whole Island reaching Kato Zakros in the east where it ends.

In parts the E4 Path is very overgrown, difficult to follow, and often not marked at all.

SOUGIA BEACH

Common Western Stages

Coastal Stages

Alpine Branch

Northern Branch

Common Eastern Stages

Hikers and trekkers embarking upon the E4 trail need to think about pre-planning their accommodation. This applies in particular to the alpine leg of the E4 Path, when any proposed stay at a mountain refuge hut needs to be pre-arranged.

The mountaineering clubs of Hania, Rethymnon, Heraklion and Lassithi maintain the following huts:

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Here's some useful numbers and contact details:

The Mountaineering Club of Lasithi

Telephone 0030 28970 23230

Greek Association of Mountaineers Rethymnon

Telephone 0030 2831 057766 Email: eosrethymno@rethymnon.com

Mountaineering and Skiing Club Of Iraklion

Telephone 0030 812 27609 Email: myrto@her.forthnet.gr

Mountaineering Club Of Hania

Telephone 0030 821 74560.

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