Agia Anastasia Gorge
The Agia Anastasia Gorge commences from Kenourgio Horio in the Pediada Province (at an elevation of 160m) and concludes at the coastal village of Gournes. It’s named after the cavernous chapel of Saint Anastasia situated near its entry point. The stream that flows within it collects water from the region east of Sgourokefali and originates near Agia Triada.
Its plant life mainly consists of oleanders and the gorge narrows at various points along its path. A descent through the gorge typically takes around three hours. Regrettably, the gorge has been heavily polluted by trash and waste from nearby sheepfolds. Despite ongoing appeals from hiking clubs to the Hersonissos municipality, the situation remains dire.
Location
Agia Anastasia Gorge is located at Agia Anastasia Gorge, in the Heraklion region of Crete. The map below shows the exact spot; Google Maps and Waze give turn-by-turn directions.
Frequently asked questions
What type of gorge is Agia Anastasia Gorge?
Agia Anastasia Gorge is a hiking gorge.
Is there water in Agia Anastasia Gorge?
There is no water in Agia Anastasia Gorge.
How accessible is Agia Anastasia Gorge?
Agia Anastasia Gorge is accessible by foot only.
What is the length of Agia Anastasia Gorge?
Agia Anastasia Gorge is 4 km long.
On a scale of 1 to 10, how difficult is Agia Anastasia Gorge?
Agia Anastasia Gorge has a difficulty level of 2 out of 10.
How many hours does it take to hike Agia Anastasia Gorge?
It takes approximately 3 hours to hike Agia Anastasia Gorge.
What is the altitude difference in Agia Anastasia Gorge?
The altitude difference in Agia Anastasia Gorge is 150 meters.
In which region is Agia Anastasia Gorge located?
Agia Anastasia Gorge is located in the Heraklion region.
