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Maleme

Maleme is famous for the heroic battle against the German paratroopers in May 1941. The German Cemetery is up on the hill side facing the plain of Maleme where 4464 German soldiers who died during the battle of Crete and the years of occupation are buried here.

For those who want to enjoy a beach holiday Crete is bathed in sunshine for 300 days of the year and offers the dedicated sun worshipper hidden coves and beautiful sandy beaches.

A good idea is to hire a car or bike and to go exploring in the tiny mountainous villages as well as to visit the numerous beautiful unspoilt BLUE beaches of Chania Falasarna and Elafonissi which are only 40 and 60 minutes drive from the hotel.

     
 

Chania

Chania has much to offer a tourist young and old alike with its may beautiful beaches, small mountainous villages, quaint cobbled streets with its many souvenier shops around the beautiful Venetian Harbour as well as its many taverns and small ouzeries- (where you go for meze and ouzo at sunset) as well as the many clubs and nite spots for the young to enjoy till the early hours of the morning.

                 
 
                 
 
                 
 

Limnoupolis Water-Park


The visitor of the park has to choose in between various entertaining and educational games, water -based or not.
Central pool of 1500 m2 -Artificial river - Giant water slides with panoramic view (130m) - Parallel descending water slides (60m) - "Free fall" routes (55m) - Conjunctive, closed, transparent water slides - The famous "black hole" full of lights and music - Artificial climbing pitch - Heading to the park, the visitor will find a comfortable parking of 500-600 vehicles; capacity. www.limnoupolis.gr
 
     
 
 
 
Go Karting Activity
 
Pistapark is located 5 km from the city of Chania, in an area filled with green and dominated by olive trees. Here you have the opportunity to enjoy motor-driven sports in a genuine Cretan landscape. We offer a race track for KART, SUPERMOTO, MOTOCROSS as well as a track for remote-controlled cars. You can also drive race cars, rally, drift and others. Those with more experience can also test their skills on a dirt track. In our cafeteria, with its impressive view of the mountains, the sea and the plains, you may enjoy your coffee or drink while watching the race track show at the same time.
 
     
 
 
 
Watersports activities (jet ski, bananna, paragliding)
 
 

Samaria Gorge


The island is broken up by four mountain ranges with the highest remaining snow-capped until June. In the south the mountains plunge dramatically into the sea while in the north they slope gently through the coastal plains into the water.

The undisputed natural wonder of the island is the Samaria Gorge, which is Europe's longest at 18 kilometres, with rugged slopes plunging 600 metres to the valley floor. As well as offering hikers views to die for it is also the last natural habitat of the threatened Cretan wild goat (also known as the kri kri) and home to a variety of orchid. Daily excursions are organised where the bus collects you from the hotel. This excursion is recommended for the fit and healthy with suitable walking shoes. Ask as the reception for details.

           

 
Palace of Knossos and Archaeological Museum in Heraklion

Palace of Knossos and Archaeological Museum in Heraklion are unmissable. The capital of Minoan Crete, Knossos, is a staggering excavation of the ancient Palace, which even after 3,500 years, almost defies description. Destroyed by a massive earthquake the palace ruins cover acres of hillside with grand rooms and intriguing details round every corner. You can see throne rooms, wine stores and residences, some of which were once covered in elegant frescoes and now kept at the Archaeological Museum in Heraklion (Iraklion) Read more here Knossos.

           
 
 
Horseback riding tour

A horseback riding tour is offered on the Island of Crete. The horseback tours are a great way to travel and see exploring on the back country roads, where you can encounter nature and explore the most spectacular areas of Crete. Riding the back roads and trails take you on an adventurous horseback riding-tour to places you would never have dreamt of.

Falasarna, Elafonissi, Ballos

Falasarna is one of the top destinations in Crete, Falasarna features a series of sandy beach and azur waters. The crowds only rarely overtake the beach, although tour buses come and go throughout the day. There is regular bus service from Chania town and a number of taverns and beach bars.

Elafonissi is the furthest you can go from Chania town, and it is worth it. A shallow lagoon, with clear blue waters, a backdrop of mountain ranges, and taverns and public bathrooms nearby. It is about 110 km from Chania town and one of the top beaches in Crete.

                 
 

Boat Trip Daily Cruise

Enjoy a special sunny boat trip along a beautiful coast with rough cliffs and hidden sandy beaches. You will pass lonely beaches, perhaps a stop in a cave and have a break on a lovely neach. There is enough time for snorkelling, swimming, walking, having fun at the beach or relaxing under the sun.

     
 

Other Nearby Activities

• Biking
• Hiking
• Horseback Riding
• Motor Biking
• Shopping
• Sight Seeing
• Snorkeling
• Waterskiing
• Windsurfing
• Jetskiing
• JEEP-Safari
• Scuba-diving
 
 
 
                                                                           
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Maleme 73100 - Chania - Crete Island
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