Samaria Gorge
Greece, Crete
Samaria Gorge
LocationGreece, Crete
RegionCrete
TypeNational Park
Coordinates35.2920°, 23.9170°
Established1962
Area48.5
Nearest CityChania (25 mi)
Major CityHeraklion (95 mi)
Entrance Fee5
About Samaria Gorge
Samaria Gorge National Park features one of Europe's longest canyons and is a major tourist attraction in Crete. The park is home to several endemic species including the Cretan wild goat. The gorge runs from the Omalos plateau to the Libyan Sea, offering spectacular hiking opportunities.