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Walking in nature

The area of Plakias is also of particular interest to nature lovers. Rare species of flora and fauna, …

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Climbing

Characteristic of Plakias is Paligremnos, the rock that rises on the left edge of the beach. It is …

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Diving

For many years, professional or amateur divers from all over the world arrive at the crystal clear southern …

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Fishing

Fishing athletes can enjoy fishing with rods along the fishermen’s seaside trail near the Calypso Hotel or try …

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Boating

Nothing compares to a boat ride along the South Gialos. Start at Plakias and move along the coast. …

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Cycling

Cycling routes are practically infinite, as there are many trails and dirt roads across the asphalt roads in …

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Horseback Riding

Within walking distance of the apartments is the Horse Riding Center, which organizes horse riding tours with horses, …

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Samaria Gorge

Samaria Gorge is Europe’s most famous hiking gorge, forming part of the European Trail. Thousands of tourists go …

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Loutro and nearby beaches

Loutro is a small fishing village located about 65 km West of Plakias, at the end of Cape …

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Rethymno

Rethymno is probably the most friendly, warm, humane and quality city in Crete. A city that lives every …

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Preveli beach

It is definitely the most famous beach of Southern Crete, but also one of the most famous beaches …

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Schinaria beach

About 3km. South of the village of Lefkogia lies the Schinaria beach. From the unique beaches of South …

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Souda beach

Souda is the last beach on the beach road of Plakias to the West. Organized beach in a …

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Ammoudi, Klisidi & Ammoudaki beaches

Ammoudi is 7 km away East of Plakias, 10 minutes walk from Damnoni beach. It has coarse white …

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Damnoni beach

Damnoni Beach is just 5 km away. east of Plakias. A beach of turquoise waters and thick white …

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Plakias beach

Thousands of visitors enjoy the turquoise, crystal clear, cool waters of Plakias beach as well as its sandy …

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