<![CDATA[Moto-Crete.gr : All site maps}]]> https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/all https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/46353/ride-%25CF%2584%25CE%25BF-sima-bridge Tue, 30 Dec 2025 11:04:25 +0200 https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/46353/ride-%25CF%2584%25CE%25BF-sima-bridge <![CDATA[Ride το Sima Bridge]]> Ending the year with a winter ride to the Sima Bridge in the Rethymno region.

Located near Prases, it remains the highest stone-built bridge in Crete—a striking structure featuring three equal arches set upon towering piers.

Sadly, the landscape has already begun to change as construction on a new bridge sits right beside the old one. Although the work currently appears to have stalled, the visual impact on the area is already evident. 

While the route through the Rethymno hinterland is a pleasant and interesting journey, it is more of a peaceful ride than a high-adrenaline adventure.

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]]> nlybe https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/46308/motorcycle-route-to-the-western-coastline-and-inland-of-the-prefecture-of-chania Sat, 26 Jul 2025 23:04:54 +0300 https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/46308/motorcycle-route-to-the-western-coastline-and-inland-of-the-prefecture-of-chania <![CDATA[Motorcycle route to the western coastline and inland of the Prefecture of Chania]]> Adventurous and scenic motorcycle route on the western coastline and inland of Chania Prefecture. 

Accommodation in a free campsite, the first night in Sfinari, but not on the well-known beach but somewhere more remote and completely lonely. In general, I spent time search for remote beaches on the western coastline, but I didn't find any really special except perhaps the Gylisma beach. 

The second night again free camping in Sougia, this time with several other campers around, but plenty of space for everyone. 

The entire route was exciting (except for the northern highway) with changes in landscape, fantastic views of the sea or the White Mountains or both at the same time.

 

]]> nlybe https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/46233/autumnal-motorcycle-ride-to-omprogialos Mon, 04 Nov 2024 18:21:37 +0200 https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/46233/autumnal-motorcycle-ride-to-omprogialos <![CDATA[Autumnal motorcycle ride to Omprogialos]]> Autumnal motorcycle ride to Omprogialos Obrosgialos of Apokoronas.

The route from Palailoni to the beach is fantastic with a view of the endless blue. The sea was crystal clear, although we did not swim.

The food at the taverna next to the beach was delicious, but the prices were pretty high.

Return from Vamos with a coffee stop at "Myrto KoinSep" (Μύρτο ΚοινΣΕπ) which also serves delicious sweets.

]]> nlybe https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/46056/route-to-the-outskirts-of-the-white-mountains-and-apokoronas Sun, 07 Apr 2024 16:20:56 +0300 https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/46056/route-to-the-outskirts-of-the-white-mountains-and-apokoronas <![CDATA[Route to the outskirts of the White Mountains and Apokoronas]]> For anyone who wants to do a mountain route with a lot of twists and turns, great views of the White Mountains and periods on the northern coastline of Chania, crossing the picturesque villages of Keramia and Apokoronas and with many options for coffee or food in traditional taverns, then this route is the ideal choice.

The ride included an overnight stay in a tent at the small church of Agios Mama, located south of the village of Embrosneros. Nestled in a green landscape with the White Mountains and all of Apokoronas spread out below, it's the perfect place for free mountain camping.

The whole route was on asphalt except for the last 5.2 km before the church of Agios Mamas, which was a dirt road, slightly rough in some places.

]]> nlybe https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/46013/short-route-near-chania-city Sun, 07 Jan 2024 15:14:39 +0200 https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/46013/short-route-near-chania-city <![CDATA[Short route near Chania city]]> We started with an appetite for the highlands of Chania, but unfortunately the rain spoiled our plans every time we moved away from the plains, either after the villages Skine and Meskla or towards Therisos.

Finally we stopped in Meskla to let the rain pass and finally made a quick return to Chania.

]]> nlybe https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/45956/route-to-plakias-from-the-mountains Sun, 08 Oct 2023 08:14:11 +0300 https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/45956/route-to-plakias-from-the-mountains <![CDATA[Route to Plakias from the mountains]]> Motorcycle ride to Plakias from the mountains of Sfakia and Rethymno, following the amazing route Kallikratis - Myriokefala - Kotsyfos Gorge. Stop for a coffee in Askyfou at the cafe of Tsitsiridis and later at the radar point, which is almost on the road going up to Asfendou, for the views and photos. Unfortunately, the fog didn't help.

Return via secondary roads on the west side of the Prefecture of Rethymnon. Interesting, but less impressive than the first part of the route.

We enjoyed a cafe at the grill - Stavrodromi cafe in the village of Agios Andreas, where they also serve excellent sweets. Highly recommended.

]]> nlybe https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/45945/leisurely-motorcycle-ride-for-food-in-the-garden-of-frosinia Sun, 01 Oct 2023 23:26:58 +0300 https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/45945/leisurely-motorcycle-ride-for-food-in-the-garden-of-frosinia <![CDATA[Leisurely motorcycle ride for food in the Garden of Frosinia]]> A short motorcycle ride to Kipos tis Frosini restaurant and return from the hinterland.

The most beautiful part of the route was from Sirili to Nea Roumata, passing next to ravines, mountain slopes, and beautiful vegetation.

]]> nlybe https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/45870/driving-to-the-skinaka-observatory-and-the-nida-plateau Sat, 03 Jun 2023 23:20:42 +0300 https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/45870/driving-to-the-skinaka-observatory-and-the-nida-plateau <![CDATA[Driving to the Skinaka Observatory and the Nida Plateau]]> Motorcycle route to the Skinaka Observatory and the Nida Plateau in Psiloritis.

From Perama to Anogeia is a classic and interesting semi-mountain route. It is recommended to stop in Anogeia, for a coffee in the small square of the church of Agios Georgios and/or for a meal at the Aetos tavern, a constant value for many years.

The highlights of this route are the climb from Anogeia to the Skinakas Observatory (altitude 1750m) and the routes around the Nida Plateau where the changing landscape, incredible views, and good asphalt on most parts of the route make driving enjoyable.

The return from Zoniana, Eleftherna, and Arkadiou Monastery is less interesting, but it crosses many picturesque villages and at several points there are places to stop with a view of the surrounding mountains. In Zoniana is also the Sphendoni Cave, easy to visit with free entrance and well-maintained.

]]> nlybe https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/17494/moto-ride-in-sougia-and-the-surrounding-areas Sat, 08 Oct 2022 06:38:35 +0300 https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/17494/moto-ride-in-sougia-and-the-surrounding-areas <![CDATA[Moto ride in Sougia and the surrounding areas]]> Driving on the way to Sougia is very interesting, on roads with a lot of turns but not particularly narrow, so it lends itself to an enjoyable drive in the mountains.

The climb to Koustogerakos offers an incredible view of the Libyan Sea through a fairly green landscape.

Sougia in October is simply beautiful without the usual crowds. The return was made via Temenia and Kandanos.

The total distance of the route is 180 km and includes only paved roads.

]]> nlybe https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/17492/driving-to-theriso-and-keramia Sun, 18 Sep 2022 23:59:14 +0300 https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/17492/driving-to-theriso-and-keramia <![CDATA[Driving to Theriso and Keramia]]> Picturesque and beautiful route to Theriso and Keramia, especially while crossing the Therisos Gorge. Ideal for a short excursion from Chania.

]]> nlybe https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/17412/driving-route-in-the-mountains-of-apokoronas-and-sfakia Thu, 30 Dec 2021 23:10:30 +0200 https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/17412/driving-route-in-the-mountains-of-apokoronas-and-sfakia <![CDATA[Driving route in the mountains of Apokoronas and Sfakia]]> Accompanying a group of motorcyclists from Germany (6 Greeks and an Italian) who came for motorcycle tours in Crete, we gathered a total of 10 people and set out on the western side of the Prefecture of Chania, riding some of the most beautiful routes on the island, such as:

 

  • The climb to Malaxa
  • Driving in the mountains of Apokoronas
  • The descent to Sfakia
  • The ascent to Anopolis and Aradaina
  • The impressive climb from Fragokastello to Kallikratis
  • The interesting route from Asi Gonia to Lake Kournas
]]> nlybe https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/17390/riding-on-psiloritis-mountains-and-on-the-south-of-rethymnon Sat, 17 Jul 2021 17:22:01 +0300 https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/17390/riding-on-psiloritis-mountains-and-on-the-south-of-rethymnon <![CDATA[Riding on Psiloritis mountains and on the south of Rethymnon]]> This route explores the southern fringes of Psiloritis, riding the Amari Valley and culminating on the southern coastline of the Rethymno Prefecture.

Overnight stays are planned at Pardi Forest in Psiloritis and Agia Marina beach near Fragokastello.

From the chapel of Agios Titos in the Pardi Forest, the road ascends to the Toumpotos Prinos shelter at an altitude of 1510m. This climb is easily manageable by car or on foot.

The return journey follows the scenic Kapsodasos - Kallikratis - Argyroupoli route, considered one of the finest in Crete.

]]> nlybe https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/17356/driving-route-in-the-mountains-and-south-of-the-prefecture-of-rethymnon Sun, 28 Jul 2019 23:04:29 +0300 https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/17356/driving-route-in-the-mountains-and-south-of-the-prefecture-of-rethymnon <![CDATA[Driving route in the mountains and south of the Prefecture of Rethymnon*]]> Interesting route in the eastern and southern parts of the Rethymno Prefecture, camping for 2 nights:

  • 1 night in the beach of Agios Pavlos 
  • 1 night in Agia Marina near Fragokastello
]]> nlybe https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/17327/ride-to-paleochora-and-balos-from-alternative-routes Sat, 08 Jun 2019 23:47:26 +0300 https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/17327/ride-to-paleochora-and-balos-from-alternative-routes <![CDATA[Ride to Paleochora and Balos from alternative routes]]> Interesting route to Paleochora from Omalos and Seliniotikos Gorge. Final destination to Gialiskari for camping. Almost no people on early June at the beach at night except for one caravan, so it was just perfect.

The next destination was Balos via Vouta, Strovles, Drapania, and other smaller villages. Unfortunately for me, but fortunately for the landscape, there was a guard at Balos who didn't allow overnight stays.

The route was beautiful in most parts, with the signs of landslides evident in many places from the winter rains.

]]> nlybe https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/17014/motorcycle-routes-to-lasithi-selakano-and-xerokampos Sun, 26 Aug 2018 19:59:38 +0300 https://www.moto-crete.gr/routes/view/17014/motorcycle-routes-to-lasithi-selakano-and-xerokampos <![CDATA[Motorcycle routes to Lasithi - Selakano and Xerokampos]]> Two-day motorbike trip in Lasithi with main destinations Selakano Forest and Xerokampos.

The most scenic routes were:

  • From Selakano to Ierapetra via Anatoli, Kalamavka, and Bramianon Dam.
  • Along the entire eastern side of the Lasithi prefecture, from Goudoura to Kyriamadi. 
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