Pervolia, Misiria, and Platanias (or Platanes) are three suburbs of Rethymnon located 3-5km west of the city. These villages have been incorporated into the urban region due to the residential development. Adjacent to these suburbs lies a long sandy beach that is an extension of the Rethymnon Bay. This beachfront stretches from the harbor of...Read More
Nestled between Gialopotama and the Agia Fotini harbor, you will find two adjacent beaches boasting fine pebbles and sand, enclosed by huge rocks. Known as Pirgos, these beaches are ideal for both snorkeling and naturism, as it’s often possible to find yourself completely alone here. If you’re looking to reach Pirgos, you can take a...Read More
Petres Beach is situated at the east end of a long stretch of shoreline in Episkopi, located 46 kilometers east of Chania and 13 kilometers west of Rethymnon. Its name is derived from the imposing Petres Gorge that terminates here. Amenities such as rooms, eateries, and a diving school can be found in abundance. The...Read More
Peristeres is a beach located 47km southwest of the city of Rethymnon, between Fragokastelo and Rodakino village. It is well-known to the Greeks due to former Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras frequenting the beach. It is divided into two separate coves and is generally quiet, since access is not as easy as nearby beaches Korakas and...Read More
The secluded bay of Pera Galini is situated east of Rethymno and west of Heraklion, close to the village of Sisses. It is most widely known for its local garbage disposal center, yet few are aware of the two beaches nearby. These beaches can be accessed via a dirt road, and are largely exposed to...Read More
Village of Kerames, located 49 km south of Rethymno. In the vicinity of the village, there are many stunning beaches, such as Akoumiani Gialia, Ligres, Triopetra and Agios Pavlos sandhills. The beachfront north of Akoumiani Gialia is called Keramiani Gialia – named after the nearby village. To get to this beach, one must travel down...Read More
Located in a remote area to the west of Bali, Mylopotamos, Agios Nikolaos beach is named after the Byzantine double-nave church of Saint Nicholas that is situated in a lush green creek leading to a picturesque cove. Although the ravine dries up at the close of spring, the presence of many plane trees is a...Read More
Triopetra is a stunning location 52km south of Rethymno and 13km southeast of Akoumia village . It is situated at the base of the majestic Siderotas mountain and can be accessed by car via paved roads from Akoumia or Sachtouria. Triopetra boasts of two beautiful beaches that are separated by a small peninsula and named...Read More
Located just 15km east of Rethymnon, Spilies, also known as Tou Maliou to Riaki or Kitrenosi Beach, is a hidden gem nestled between the villages of Skaleta and Geropotamos. Its seclusion makes it a perfect destination for those looking for a tranquil beach getaway. The beach, which is pebbled and lined with vertical cliffs, also...Read More
Plakias is a popular tourist destination located 36 kilometers south of Rethymno city, at the edge of a fertile valley south of the Kouroupa range. Its main draw is the long, well-organized beach known as Gialia, which stretches 1.3 kilometers from the town eastward to Cape Mouri. Along the beach there are restaurants, hotels, tamarisk...Read More
