Plakias Walk 12
This is a very nice circular walk from Frati, a quiet mountain village on the northern slopes of Mount Xiron, north east of Plakias. The walk offers fabulous views towards the Kourtaliotis Gorge and the valley north of Mount Kouroupa. You will pass an old Aloina (treshing circle), several small churches, the village of Agia Pelagia and Ano Mixorrouma before you turn back to Frati. In Ano Mixorrouma there is a supermarket and a highly recommendable pastry shop where you can also have a drink. On the way back you can visit the abandoned village Old Mixorrouma. From here you will walk alongside a river and have fabulous views towards Frati Gorge before you're back in the village.
You can extend the walk for breathtaking views into the Kourtaliotis gorge from the top of the cliffs.
Besides by car you can take a taxi of course. It is also possible by bus but that will add an uphill walk from the bus stop alongside the main road up to Frati and down of course. Make sure the bus driver doesn't forget to stop, the bus stop is right after the exit of the Kourtaliotis gorge.
Click on the KTEL logo for the latest up to date bus timetables (choose departure from Rethymno) and check Plakias-Rethymno.
You will find the directions for this walk below the map (printable for personal use only) and a few photos. On the map you can click on the landmarks for information and more photos.
Enjoy the beauty of Plakias and surroundings. Don't forget to leave only your footprints!
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