Is the Road to Tris Ekklisies Crete's Most Thrilling Coastal Drive?
Tris Ekklisies (Τρεις Εκκλησιές) is a tranquil and picturesque beach town in a more remote part of southern Crete, Greece, known for its natural beauty and clear waters. The road to the town is not for the sissies and demands 100% concentration.
Where is Tris Ekklisies?
Tris Ekklisies, which translates to "Three Churches" in Greek, is located about 60-65 km south of Heraklion town, at the end of the Ambas Gorge, in the Heraklion regional unit, in the southern part of the Greek island of Crete.
Is the Road to Tris Ekklisies Paved?
The road to the town, with a long and wide beach, with coarse sand and deep, crystal-clear waters, was fully paved in 2017. However, don’t let it fool you, as the road is not easy, with many steep parts (hitting a 10% maximum gradient through some of the ramps), and 19 sharp hairpin turns. This route is not recommended if your passengers are prone to car sickness. It can be closed anytime due to rock slides.
How Long is the Road to Tris Ekklisies?
The road to Tris Ekklisies is 5.6 km (3.47 miles) long, starting from Paranimfi. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 458 m, and the average gradient is 8.17%.
Is the Road to Tris Ekklisies Worth the Drive?
Tucked away within the wild and barren landscape of the Asterousia mountain range, the drive is very scenic, as it provides stunning coastal views of the Libyan Sea.
Road suggested by: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΣ ΝΙΝΙΡΑΚΗΣ