Platanias Mayor Seeks Urgent Restoration of Historic Keritis Bridge

Wednesday, 10 June 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

The Mayor of Platanias, Ioannis Malandrakis, has formally requested urgent action from the Greek Minister of Infrastructure to accelerate the restoration of the historic Keritis Bridge, a landmark located in the Platanias municipal area of western Crete. In his letter, the mayor called for procedures to be fast-tracked so the restoration project can move forward without further delay. The Keritis Bridge is a historic structure of cultural and architectural significance in the Chania regional unit. While no closure or access disruption has been announced for visitors at this time, travelers planning to explore the Keritis River valley or nearby rural routes in the Platanias area should monitor local updates, as restoration works may eventually affect access. The Platanias municipality sits along the northern coast west of Chania city, a popular base for tourists exploring the region.