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Trekkers and bicyclers may take advantage of the marked paths and local roads to feel the freedom of the countryside, to get familiar with its sounds, full of whispers of the ancients. Nature with colorful flowers and all kinds of aromas will welcome the whole family in their walks. There are 12 walking trails (E4) and 1059km covering 22 cycling paths in the broader area.Horse riding lessons and rides in the olive fields and the beaches of the region are made under the supervision of experienced teachers.Get the chance to meet the wild scenery of Rethymno by crossing the grandiose gorges of the region. There are 11 small and large, impressive gorges. Furthermore, duly equipped climbing rocks and walls are offered to lovers of chills. In Rethymno are 10 of the most famous caves of Crete, among them the Ideon Andro, the birth cave of Zeus.Enjoy all kinds of water sports and games for the kids, or take advantage of the summer “Meltemi” (northerly wind) for windsurfing and sailing. You may seek also for local diving centers to discover the rare beauty of the seabed.
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Trekkers and bicyclers may take advantage of the marked paths and local roads to feel the freedom of the countryside, to get familiar with its sounds, full of whispers of the ancients. Nature with colorful flowers and all kinds of aromas will welcome the whole family in their walks. There are 12 walking trails (E4) and 1059km covering 22 cycling paths in the broader area.Horse riding lessons and rides in the olive fields and the beaches of the region are made under the supervision of experienced teachers.Get the chance to meet the wild scenery of Rethymno by crossing the grandiose gorges of the region. There are 11 small and large, impressive gorges. Furthermore, duly equipped climbing rocks and walls are offered to lovers of chills. In Rethymno are 10 of the most famous caves of Crete, among them the Ideon Andro, the birth cave of Zeus.Enjoy all kinds of water sports and games for the kids, or take advantage of the summer “Meltemi” (northerly wind) for windsurfing and sailing. You may seek also for local diving centers to discover the rare beauty of the seabed.