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For tranquility, it's hard to beat LOUTRÓ or Loutraki, two-thirds of the way to Hóra Sfakíon, and accessible only by boat or on foot. The chief disadvantage of Loutró is its lack of a real beach; most people swim from the rocks around its small bay. If you're prepared to walk, however, there are deserted beaches along the coast to the east which can also be reached by hired canoe. Indeed, if you're really into walking there's a coastal trail through Loutró which covers the entire distance between Ayía Rouméli and Hóra Sfakíon, or you could take the daunting zigzag path up the cliff behind to the mountain village of Anópoli. Loutró itself has a number of tavernas and rooms, though not always enough of the latter in peak season. Call the Blue House (tel 08250/91 127, www.delftmarkt.nl; up to ?24) if you want to book ahead; this is also the best place to eat. Slightly more upmarket accommodation is on offer at the nearby Hotel Porto Loutro (tel 08250/91 433; ?24-33), which also hires out canoes and runs full-day cruises on its own boat to Palm Beach and the island of Gávdhos; prices should be posted outside. There's space to camp out on the cape by a ruined fort, but due to a long history of problems, you should be aware that campers are not very popular in the village. If you're determined to camp, head for the beaches and coves to the east (such as Sweetwater) and west (Mármara) of the resort which can be reached on foot, or more comfortably by canoe or daily boats from the harbor. |
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