On Sunday, August 3rd, EOS Agios Nikolaos is heading east to one of the greenest corners of the island—the lush Richtis Gorge near Exo Mouliana in Sitia.

The hike begins at the designated parking area, just below the historic stone-arched Lachanas bridge (entry fee: €5). From there, the trail winds through a fairytale setting of dense vegetation, old watermills and a hidden waterfall. After reaching the beach at the end of the gorge, there’s a chance for a refreshing swim—weather permitting—before the group returns to the starting point.

• Distance: 11 km

• Duration: 5 hours

• Difficulty level: 1 (easy)

• What to bring: Athletic shoes, backpack with snacks, water, sunblock, hat and swimsuit

• Departure: Sunday at 07:30 from Agios Nikolaos (Konstantinou Karamanli 23, next to S/M Vasilopoulos) by car.
  Those without transport can join other vehicles (€8 contribution to the driver).
  Alternatively, meet directly at the gorge parking at 08:30.

• Leaders: Giorgos Vardakis – Giannis Pagalos

• To join: Call Giannis Pagalos at 28410 28173 (shop hours)

More photos, videos and details available on the club’s blog:
🔗 Richtis Hike Info

On Saturday, August 9th, EOS Agios Nikolaos joins mountaineering clubs from across Crete for a moonlit ascent to the island’s highest peak—Timios Stavros on Mt Psiloritis (2,457m).

The hike starts in the late afternoon from Lakkos tou Mygerou and takes about 3 hours uphill to the summit, just in time to catch the sunset. The descent is under the glow of the full moon—a once-in-a-summer experience. This is a challenging trek, open only to hikers in good physical condition.

• Distance: 9 km

• Duration: 4–5 hours

• Difficulty level: 2+ (moderately strenuous)

• Elevation gain: 900m

• What to bring: Hiking boots, trekking poles, water and snacks, jacket and beanie (it gets cold on the summit), and a headlamp

• Departure: Saturday at 14:00 from Agios Nikolaos (Konstantinou Karamanli 23, next to S/M Vasilopoulos)
  Transport will be by private car (or potentially a bus if there’s enough interest).
  Return around 2:00 a.m.
  Participation fee: €20–25

• Leader: Panagiotis Evdémon

• To join (mandatory):
  Call Panagiotis Evdémon at 6979 687576 or Giannis Pagalos at 28410 28173 (shop hours)

More details on the club blog:
🔗 Psiloritis Full Moon Hike Info

Two hikes, two different landscapes, one unforgettable August on the island of Crete.