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Preveli Bridge – Megalopotamos Gorge loop from Lower Preveli Monastery

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Preveli Bridge – Megalopotamos Gorge loop from Lower Preveli Monastery

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Preveli Bridge – Megalopotamos Gorge loop from Lower Preveli Monastery

02:02

7.39km

120m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 8, 2026

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12 m

Preveli Bridge

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On the way to Preveli you pass this beautiful single-arch bridge from the Ottoman period. And with a view of the bridge next door is a shady tavern.

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1.90 km

River Crossing

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Remove shoes, socks, and possibly pants to have your feet free.
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Look for a wide, flat spot with a smooth surface (sand or small pebbles).
Avoid …

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2.03 km

Megalopotamos Gorge

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From time to time the path crosses and you have to look for the transition through the water .... wonderful

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2.24 km

The Megalopotamos (Greek: Μεγαλοπόταμος, "Great River") is one of the most important rivers in Crete and flows through the Kourtaliotiko Gorge – one of the island's most spectacular landscapes. With …

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2.55 km

Start of the River Hike to the Waterfall

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The river is clear and clean here – perfect for dipping your feet in.
In some places, there are shallow pools where you can cool off.
The splashing of the …

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3.71 km

Osios Nikolaos Chapel

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A mystical place with this wonderful chapel ... definitely see from the inside

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3.79 km

Magic Waterfall

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One of my most beautiful experiences! The highlight is going into the cold water (approx. 10 degrees) and swimming to the waterfall ♥️♥️♥️ You should get there early though, not recommended in high season

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4.19 km

Kourtaliotiko Gorge Trail

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Very nice hiking trail with opportunity to cool off

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7.39 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.29 km

2.32 km

1.75 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.03 km

2.23 km

1.75 km

243 m

135 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 24 August

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Comments

September 26, 2024,Beginn des schluchtweges – Kirche in der Schlucht Runde von Lefkogia

A beautiful hike from Preveli along the river. At the beginning (the first two kilometers) it is very idyllic and on small paths. After the hydroelectric power station, the path continues on roads where cars also drive. There are a lot of tourists at the waterfall and the pools. You are not alone.

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November 7, 2023,Kreta - Kourtaliotiko Schlucht

Today we took a nice tour through the Kourtaliotiko Gorge. Starting at the gate to the entrance to the gorge, we first went down to the small church.
From there to the waterfall with a swim stop in the crystal clear water.
The scenery is breathtaking. 🥰
We then continued to the Banana Garden Kantina, a rustic location in the …

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October 9, 2025,Kotsifou Gorge

Hike into the Kotsifou Gorge from below.
The advantage is that the path isn't as crowded as the stairs from above, along the road.
And there's no entry fee!
You do cross the stream several times, though. You can do this barefoot or on the stones that protrude from the water.

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April 18, 2024,Ab Gefyra - Kourtaliotiko Schlucht u. Wasserfall

Great tour, very impressive gorge, paths quite narrow, if you don't want scratches on your legs, wear long trousers. You have to cross the stream through the water twice!

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April 12, 2023,Kirche in der Schlucht – Beginn des schluchtweges Runde von Ασώματος

Hello dear hikers,
the run lap was short but had it somehow in itself.
We started at a free parking lot and first walked to the church in the rock.
Then a little further to the bridge to see the falls from there.
Oh I see. Run date 04/12/2023.
On the way back we actually wanted to swim to the …

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Preveli Bridge – Megalopotamos Gorge loop from Lower Preveli Monastery

Preveli Bridge

River Crossing

Megalopotamos Gorge

Natural Stream

Start of the River Hike to the Waterfall

Osios Nikolaos Chapel

Magic Waterfall

Kourtaliotiko Gorge Trail

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