Cretan Wild
At Cretan Wild, our aim is to share the beauty of Crete with runners from all over the world.
Chania
Chania
Ancient Kydonia
Kydonia, one of the most important and powerful cities of Western Crete, flourished right where the current city of Chania stands today.
The Venetian Port and the Lighthouse
The Venetian Port
The Venetian port of Chania, including the Venetian lighthouse, is one of the symbols of the city and a favourite walking area for
Venizelos’ family tombs – Profitis Ilias
On the way to Akrotiri, at a location which offers a magnificent view, one can visit the tombs of Eleftherios and Sofoklis Venizelos.
The Cathedral of the Virgin Mary (Panagia Trimartiri)
The Panagia Trimartiri is considered as the protector of the city of Chania.
The Walls of Chania and the Firka fortress
The Walls of Chania
The city of Chania was surrounded by walls already in the Byzantine era.
The Municipal Garden of Chania
In the last years of the Turkish rule, when the city was suffocating inside restrictive walls, the need for free space for recreation was very intense.
The Municipal Market of Chania
The Municipal Market of Chania is a particularly lively spot, full of colours, scents and constant movement.
The Old Town of Chania
The old town of Chania embodies the long history of the city; in the picturesque alleys, visitors can see the marks left by every civilization that has settl
Chania-Therisso-Omalos-Sougia
This route passes through historical villages, natural monuments of outstanding beauty, ancient towns, and then ends up at the coastal settlement of Sougia, which can serve as a starting point for exploring the southern coast of Western Crete.
Since the route is characterized by great historical and natural wealth, and the degree of difficulty is significant due to the geomorphology of the region, it is preferable to split it into several parts.
Route or Trail Type
Regions
Distance
99 km
