Diktamos Gorge

Sunday, July 20th, 2025

A hike through the impressive Diktamos Gorge in Western Crete.

We arrive at Kato Chorio (299 m), from where we begin our hike through the Diktamos Gorge. The gorge is lush and beautiful, filled with towering plane trees and oleanders, while its steep vertical cliffs are home to diktamos—the endemic herb of Crete. The trail is well-marked with red signs, but in some places—especially due to heavy rainfall—certain difficult passages require extra caution.

We finish at the village of Stylos (40 m). Then the bus takes us to a nearby beach to enjoy the sea.

Participation fees must be paid to the IBAN accounts of the Heraklion Mountaineering Club (EOS Heraklion), and proof of payment must be sent via email to the Club.

IMPORTANT: Any bank transfer fees are your responsibility (OUR).

IBAN Alpha Bank: GR76 0140 6610 6610 0233 0001 166
IBAN Piraeus Bank: GR05 0171 9120 0069 1215 4711 881

Mobile: 6971535328 (For IRIS payments only and only from Eurobank — not for information or registration)

Online registration for the hike is here:

Leader: Nontas Gkiouzelis  •  Hiking hours: 5  •  Difficulty level: 1   •   Track Length: 9 km

Departure time: 07:30 from the Archaeological Museum.

Information & Registrations: Monday to Friday, 20:00–22:00, at the offices of the Mountaineering Club of Heraklion, 53 Dikaiosynis Street, Heraklion. Tel: +30 2810227609
Email: info@eos-her.gr