Situated in the far West of Crete, Kissamos covers an area of 150,000sq metres and has a population of approximately 10,000 inhabitants. It is divided into three administrative districts- Kissamos, Mithimna and Innahorion – with the capital in Kastelli Kissamos. Located in the prefecture of Chania , Kissamos is 36km from the town of Chania.

Kissamos Kasteli town Kissamos (Kastelli), capital of Kissamos, is a modern seaside town whose economy is based mainly on agriculture – with its renowned olive oil and wine- plus tourism, and is still developing. The beauty of Kissamos is that it is a Greek town that has embraced tourism but not been spoilt by it. The visitor to Kissamos can experience local life and tradition, from the everyday to the special cultural events organized during the summer season. In recent years it has also developed as a region renowned for its alternative, natural and eco tourism and as such is a magnet for walkers, bird watchers and lovers of nature generally. It is a hospitable town, well organized with all the facilities required of a self sufficient town, such as banks, post office, internet cafes, health centre, supermarkets and stores, tavernas, cafes and bars. It also has a very pleasant seaside promenade lined with tavernas, cafes and bars open from the morning till late at night.

The archeological museum of Kissamos, situated in the central square Stratigou Tzanakaki, is a recently renovated listed building housing a treasure trove of local archeological finds from the Hellenistic and Roman periods – most notably very impressive mosaics. There is also a delightful street called Skalidi that runs through the centre of the old section of the town with traditional arched buildings and small local tradesmen and shops. One and a half kilometers from the centre of town is the picturesque fishing port with two tavernas and a little further on the larger commercial port that links Kissamos by a ferry service to Kythera , the Peloponnese and Piraeus. From this port there is also a daily pleasure cruise to the stunning island of Gramvousa and lagoon of Balos. Between the two ports is the surprising little 10th century church (reconstructed in 1947) St. John Damiali built into the rockface and opposite a tunnel leading to Damiali beach – a pebbly cove with crystal clear water that will enchant you.

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Walking paths:

W1 KISSAMOS – KALIVIANI – BALOS (14,5 Km). Excursion by any means of transportation and short walk or one day cruise. Kissamos – Kaliviani 5 Km with vehicle or 1.15′ hours walking. Kaliviani -Balos 9,5 Km with vehicle until end of road and 40′ min walking or from Kaliviani 2.30′ hours walking. Kissamos – Gramvoussa -Balos one day cruise from the port of Kissamos.

W2 KISSAMOS – KALIVIANI – FALASSARNA (9,5 Km). Excursion by any means of transportation and walk. Kissamos-Kaliviani 5 km with vehicle or 1:15′ hours walking. Kaliviani – Azogyras – Falassarna 3,5 km hours walking.

W3 KISSAMOS – NOPIGIA – RAVDOUHA -RODOPOS (14km) Excursion by any means of transportation and walk. walk. Kissamos -Nopigia 5,5 Km with vehicle or 1.30′ hours walking. Nopigia – Ravdouha 5 Km 2.15′ hours walking. Ravdouha – Rodopos 3,5 Km with vehicle or 1.30′ hours walking.