Rethymno Youth Hostel - The gorge of Samaria

The gorge of Samaria

The Samaria National Park

is the second most visited tourist attraction on Crete (following the Minoan palace of Knossos) and by far the most popular walk. It is an area of stunning natural beauty.

The Samaria National Park is exceptionally rich in plant and animal life. In the gorge you will find unique species protected under international law.