Rethymnon Beaches

Located 8km east of the city of Rethymno, Pigianos Kampos (often referred to as Pigi beach) is a seaside touristic spot which is less developed than its adjacent area, Adelianos Kambos. This area is well-known for its fertile fields which gave it its name, which in Greek means “Plane of Pigi”. Nowadays, there are many...Read More

Located about 35km south of Rethymno and 10km east of Plakias, Preveli is a renowned beach destination in south Crete. With the Grand River (Megalos Potamos) flowing out of the imposing Kourtaliotikos Gorge and forming a 500m long small lake, the area is home to a large colony of Theophrastus palm trees, giving the region...Read More

Located a mere 7km west of Rethymnon, the beach of Kamari is nestled near the village of Gerani, at the exit of Vederi Gorge. The highway connecting Chania and Rethymnon runs along the shore, above the bridge of Gerani, which is adjacent to the beach. Frequented by snorkelers, Kamari’s shore is relatively small and pebbly,...Read More

Located 58km south of Rethymnon city, the peaceful coastal village of Agios Pavlos (St. Paul) is nestled in a secluded bay, making it an ideal spot for a tranquil family holiday. Here, visitors will find a stunning beach with blue-green waters, a rocky seabed, and basic services such as umbrellas, sunbeds, and pedal boats. Additionally,...Read More

Fotinari (or Foteinari) is situated 37km south of Rethymno, between Plakias and Souda beach. This picturesque bay is home to two serene, unspoiled beaches. The rocky sea bed of this area makes it ideal for fishing and snorkeling. Unorganized, these two pebbly beaches are still close enough to restaurants and accommodations. The first beach, Small...Read More

Located 33km south of Rethymnon, near Plakias, is the Pirates’ Fjord. This tiny cove is situated south of Mouri or Karavos Cape and is enclosed by sheer vertical cliffs. The beach is narrow, no more than 2m wide, and composed of sand at the start which then turns into a rocky harbor. It is believed...Read More

Agia Galini is a picturesque seaside resort located in the southern part of Rethymnon prefecture, just 61km south of Rethymno city and 68km southwest of Heraklion. This small town is teeming with life during summertime, offering a wide array of touristic amenities. Boasting of a breathtakingly beautiful emerald-hued beach, mysterious caves in the west, the...Read More

Located 32km south of Rethymno and 4km east of Plakias, Ammoudi is a beach complex renowned for its stunningly turquoise waters and spectacular white coarse sand. To get here, one must drive through the paved road from the village Lefkogia. The first beach of the area is Ammoudi, where visitors will find umbrellas, taverns, and...Read More

Located about 36km east of Rethymno and 44km west of Heraklion, the area of Charakas offers three stunning beaches with various features. Just half a kilometer east of the Church of Panagia Charakiani, a small peninsula is formed on the side of which lie the beaches of Glaros, Katevati and Charakiani. Glaros consists of three...Read More

Situated in the east of Rethymnon, a mere 38km away, Almirida is a small, unassuming village beside the Sisses settlement. It is a popular beach destination for the locals, with a sheltered harbor and a small sandy beach surrounded by tamarisk trees. While there are a few rooms and cafes to be found here, Almirida...Read More