Axos Village Loop

A 5 km loop from the ancient village of Axos (750m) in the Rethymno mountains, passing a Minoan acropolis site, Byzantine church, and traditional stone houses. The village is one of the oldest continuously inhabited in Crete. Easy terrain on good paths. Best October to May. Carry 1 litre of water. Axos has a small taverna. Park at the village entrance.