Port infrastructure upgrades are planned for Agia Roumeli, the small coastal village at the southern exit of Samaria Gorge in the Sfakia region of southwestern Crete. Officials visited the area to assess the need for modernizing and reinforcing the existing port facilities. Key priorities include improving safety standards, strengthening the ferry connection between Agia Roumeli and the island of Gavdos, and supporting the local economy that depends heavily on summer tourism.
For visitors, Agia Roumeli is the main arrival and departure point after hiking Samaria Gorge, with boats connecting it to Hora Sfakion, Loutro, and Gavdos. The planned works aim to make these connections more reliable and safer. No disruption to current ferry services has been announced. Travelers planning the Samaria Gorge hike should check local ferry schedules in advance, as the village has no road access.
