Route 4: The cypress villages
Crete, Greece
Loop trail in Crete, Greece. Hiking.
- Distance
- 6.8 mi (11 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,060 ft (323 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 45 min
- High point
- 1,007 ft (307 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Loop
Along the way
- Picnic area 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from start
- Spring 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Route 4: The cypress villages
How long is Route 4: The cypress villages?
Route 4: The cypress villages is 6.8 mi (11 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 45 min. It climbs 1,060 ft (323 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,007 ft (307 m).
How hard is Route 4: The cypress villages?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Route 4: The cypress villages?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Route 4: The cypress villages?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped. 1 springs (treat before drinking).
Is Route 4: The cypress villages shaded?
Partly shaded (51% under trees).
What can you do on Route 4: The cypress villages?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Route 4: The cypress villages?
To Rizitiko, 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Syn market, 1.4 mi (2.2 km). 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Route 4: The cypress villages?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap