A picturesque yet challenging route along the E4 trail, suited for seasoned climbers, is the Psychro-Selakano path, covering a distance of 20 kilometres.

The Lassithi Plateau, among the most captivating destinations in eastern Crete, takes shape within the Dikti Mountain range and presents a world of its own. Serene, unhurried, and mountainous, the plateau distinguishes itself from the more touristy and cosmopolitan areas of Lassithi.

Nonetheless, its rural ambiance is not a recent development. While the area had been abandoned for a period during the Venetian occupation due to concerns that it might serve as a centre for rebels, the Venetians, driven by economic considerations, eventually permitted the reoccupation of the surrounding villages of the plateau, allowing their residents to cultivate the land.

This led to the creation of drainage channels designed to address stagnant water issues. These channels played a vital role in revitalising the land, enabling it to become productive once more after years of neglect.

While following the E4 European Path, after departing from the village of Psychro, your next stop will be Kaminaki. From there, you'll turn right and ascend on an asphalt road leading to the Limnakaro area, which is about 5 kilometres away. The Limnakaro Plateau is situated on the northern slopes of Dikti, above the Lassithi Plateau, at an elevation of 1,120 metres. It is bordered by the southeast by Spathi peak (2,148 metres), to the west by Strovili peak (1,553 metres), and to the north by the peaks of Peristera (1,204 metres) and Megali Korfi (1,309 metres).

The plateau covers an area of approximately 750 acres and features a steep terrain. Most of the plateau is rocky in nature, and its gravel covering is carried there by the waters originating from Dikti.

The northern part of Limnakaro, covering around 300 acres, has fertile soil suitable for cultivation. Within Limnakaro, fruit-bearing trees like apple, pear, and walnut trees thrive. In the Skafidia area, there are some walnut trees that have been standing for many decades, forming a small forest.

Simultaneously, the plateau serves as a grazing area for a small number of livestock farmers.

The E4 European Path travels through Limnakaro, ascending from the Lassithi Plateau to the source of Avarsami (1,885 metres). It then descends to Selakano. If you opt for a detour, you have the opportunity to reach the summits of Spathi (2,148 metres) and Afentis Christos (2,141 metres).

To accommodate climbers exploring this rugged side of Dikti, there's the well-appointed Mountaineering Shelter of the Lassithi Greek Mountaineering Club located in Strovili. You can reach it via a dirt road that ascends from Limnakaro for your convenience.

Commencing from Limnakaro, the path ascends clearly marked. After roughly 2 hours, you'll reach a junction with three distinct route choices.

The left path leads to Spathi, the right path goes to Afentis Christos, and the straight path continues towards Selakanos. The E4 trail descends towards the Selakanos forest.

Selakano is among the most exquisite and vital preserved ecosystems on the island, encompassed within the Natura 2000 network. It also holds significant importance as a pine forest within the broader Mediterranean region.

The pine forest serves as the largest honey-producing location in Crete, with a history of resin collection and logging activities in the past. Special caution is required during the pine tree flowering season, which occurs from July to September, as the forest teems with bees. In Selakano, you'll find a hotel and a guesthouse available for accommodation.