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Kato Zakros - Skopeli - Pelekita cave : Hiking in east Crete
Hiking in Eastern Crete

Kato Zakros - Skopeli - Pelekita CaveThe route begins near the entrance of the gorge of Kato Zakros. There is a relative sign, which will lead you to the direction.

The first part of Kato Zakros - Skopeli is quite difficult and uphill, after climbing by almost 0m to 400m altitude.


It should be noted that there isn’t any clear path to Skopeli peak and from there to the cave of Pelekita and the only way to get it correctly is to follow the red signs on the rocks and stones, every 5-10 meters.

From the top of Skopeli we have wonderful views across the south east, particularly towards the bay of Kato Zakros.

The route Skopeli - Cave Pelekita is much easier, without any particular problems. From the cave there is a path that will take us back after an hour in Kato Zakros..

 

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Last Updated on Thursday, 28 January 2010 13:50
 

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+1 #1 RE: Kato Zakros - Skopeli - Pelekita cave : Hiking in east CreteDereto7 2011-11-30 01:10
It is a very nice trip offering great panoramic views over the bay of Kato Zakros.

It goes up onto the summit of Mt. Skopeli which dominates the cliffs north of Kato Zakros. From the summit, you have a wonderful view over the sea and the surrounding mountain area.

The walk is very well waymarked with signs and red dots (special thanks to Stella's Traditional in Kato Zakros!), and it is not too difficult to walk. You can take the same track for going up and down (the provided GPX-file only covers one way). From Skopeli you have the option to go on to the summit of Mt. Traostalos or follow a steep climb towards Pelekita Cave. Boths ways are also waymarked with red dots.

Take a good amount of water with you, because there is virtually no shadow on the way.
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