December 4th, the Region of Crete hosts the 20th “Minoan Feat” long-distance footrace from Phaistos to the Minoan Palace of Knossos.
Crete sports
Don’t Miss GR Wave Fest Faneromeni 2022
October 8th – 9th on the amazing beaches off Faneromeni near Sitia, GR Wave Fest Faneromeni 2022 promises thrilling windsurfing action
This Weekend Catch “Agios on Sup” and “Agios Nikolaos Cliff Diving”
On the 24th and 25th of September in the Municipality the annual cliff diving competitions and SUP events will take place in Agios Nikolaos.
“Tony the Pony” and the Eikonikos Equestrian Dream
Unlikely heroes emanate from essential traditions. This equestrian story reveals many truths we’ve forgotten. And of course, Tony the Pony.
A 23 Club Triathlon Federation of Greece Has Now Been Established
News from the Ministry of Culture and Sport of Greece tells of the establishment of the Triathlon Federation of Greece.
Pan-Hellenic Beach Volley MASTERS Finals Coming Up in Agios Nikolaos
Scheduled to wind up tomorrow, August 1st, the Pan-Hellenic Beach Volley MASTERS competition has lit up the Marina area of Agios Nikolaos.
Crete Region Kicks Off Sidonia 2022 Sports & Cultural Festival
August 1st – 6th, the Cultural Association of Kalami and the Region of Crete, will open the sporting and cultural events “Sidonia 2022.”
Crete Riding Academy Welcomes the Palestine Equestrian Club
The Palestine Equestrian Club visits the Crete Riding Academy, and Europe for the first time ever. Could this be a template for alt-tourism?
Crete’s Finest Athletes End Tribute to Olympic Days at Karteros Beach
“Sports, from dream to feat,” a three-day sports celebration, culminated at the National Coastal Sports Facilities in Karteros Beach.
This Week at the Karteros Beach Sports Center – Olympic Days 2022
Coming up July 15-17, the festival Olympic Days 2022 will see top athletes, coaches, and beach sports enthusiasts gather at Karteros.
2022 IHF Beach Handball Championship Quests Continue on Crete
The climb to the winner’s circle of the 2022 IHF Beach Handball Championships continues. Day 4 promises to be the most exciting yet.
Greece Shines at Opening of IHF Beach Handball World Championships
Yesterday, the 2022 IHF Men’s and Women’s Beach Handball World Championship got underway at the Karteros Beach Sports Center on Crete.
Croatia Men and Spain Women Snatch Youth Beach Handball World Titles
Yesterday at Karteros, Crete, Croatia and Spain won our over tough teams from Brazil and Netherlands to become the 2022 World Champions.
Crete’s Archanes Village Holds 1st Annual Table Tennis Competition
The 1st Annual Archanes Table Tennis School Tournament took place over two days this week. The event, organized by the Archanes Athletic Club Giouchtas 2010, featured young competitors vying for the champion status at the inaugural event, as well as European champions of table tennis. Organized for the purpose of disseminating the good sportsmanship and excellence for the promotion of Olympic Table Tennis, the tournament was sponsored by the Region of Crete and leading local businesses to afford local children an unforgettable experience.
Coming On Crete: The International Mountain Race Psiloritis 2018
Coming up June 3rd, the International Mountain Race Psiloritis will challenge the world’s mountain racers to run in the footsteps of mighty Zeus. An event envisioned back in 2008 for Mt. Olympus, Race Psiloritis is now an “one of” international runner’s experience.