Loutro - Loutro

Loutro is a village in Crete.

background

The village was named after the baths (Loutro = Greek "bath") that were found in the area and from which water was drawn near Anapolis. Among the older buildings that can still be seen here is the old parish building, which was used by the first government in 1821.

The village is one of the few in Crete that is car-free. Due to its location, it can only be reached on foot or by water. All purchases by the residents come by ferry. This also applies to the disposal of garbage.

The village is usually only inhabited from April to September / October. Most of the summer residents spend the rest of the time in Chania or other cities.

Loutro is a welcome stop on the E4 long-distance hiking trail

getting there

By boat

With the ferry from Chora Sfaktion or Paleochóra or Agia Roumeli

mobility

Only on foot or by boat

Tourist Attractions

activities

To the east of Sweetwater beach and to the west of Marmara beach. The latter is also the entrance / exit to Aradena Gorge.

shop

There are about 3 small supermarkets.

kitchen

A rich selection of taverns with traditional Cretan cuisine. Very often fresh fish caught "in front of the door".

nightlife

accommodation

Various taverns / pensions with simple to medium equipment

health

no medical care and no pharmacy

Practical advice

no ATM

trips

A nice circular hike to Anapolis, through the Aradena Gorge and back to Loutro. A demanding Tanges hike with a good 1000 meters up and down.

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