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Gorges are typical formations of limestone rock. They result from the action of rainfall and melting ice. On their inaccessible walls grow rare wild flowers and many birds find safe nesting spots.
Greece’s most important gorges per geographical department are the following:
Canyoning (known in the U.S. as canyoneering) is an outdoor sport activity combining hiking, climbing, scrambling, rock descent, li-loing (travelling down streams using an inflatable air mattress) and swimming. This sport also involves jumping from a high point into the water when waterfalls are encountered along the route. In Greece canyoning is a relatively new activity, developing at a fast pace and steadily rising in popularity.
For more information, contact:
*Hellenic Mountaineering - Climbing Association (Ε.Ο.Ο.Α.)
5, Milioni Str. - 106 73, Athens
Tel: 210 3645904, 210 3636617 – Fax: 210 3644687
*List of hiking and mountaineering associations
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Natuur & ecotourisme 
