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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

02:04

7.51km

130m

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: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

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Parking

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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

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 spots with strong currents (e.g., bottlenecks) and deeper channels (test with a stick!).

The clear, turquoise water makes the experience magical!

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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

Natural Stream

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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 its clear, turquoise water, lush vegetation, and unique wildlife, it is a natural paradise and a lifeline for the region.

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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 water and the rustling of the leaves make the hike a meditative experience.

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3.77 km

Waterfall from above

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Worth seeing and a pleasant way to cool down on hot days.

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3.83 km

Osios Nikolaos Chapel

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

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4.31 km

Kourtaliotiko Gorge Trail

Highlight • Gorge

Very nice hiking trail with opportunity to cool off

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7.51 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.41 km

2.32 km

1.75 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.03 km

2.23 km

1.75 km

367 m

135 m

Elevation

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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

Waterfall from above

Osios Nikolaos Chapel

Kourtaliotiko Gorge Trail

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