One-day hiking activity in the prefecture of Rethymno. The starting point of the route will be the Gious Kampos plateau of Mount Kedros, where we admire the endemic red tulips growing in the region and protected by presidential decree from 1981.
Route: Starting point from the plateau of Gious Kambos at an altitude of 783 meters where we will admire the tulips (Doerfleri) that took their name from the Austrian botanist and are protected by presidential decree since 1981. As well as rare species of orchids that grow in the area. After a 30-minute climb (without a path) we will climb Mount Koupos 914 meters with a view of the surrounding villages and mountains of the area. Short rest and descent (without a path) to the beautiful small gorge of Agia Fotia, where there is also a waterfall. Walking along the side of the gorge with an exit to the Spilio ring road. Hiking duration approximately 3.30 hours.
Departure time: 07:30
Return: 20:00 (approximate)
Departure location: Outside Club premises, Tzanakaki 90 str, Chania.
Registration period: 31 Mar 2025 00:01 - 3 Apr 2025 22:59 (or until all participations have been filled)
Leaders: NEKTARIOS LIBANOS