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 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
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
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
Adelianos Kampos, 6 km east of Rethymnon, is a seaside suburb which has been transformed from a small village to a part of the city. Easily accessible by bus from the center, it offers a long stretch of sandy beach along the Rethymno Gulf, extending to Skaleta. The beach is well-equipped with umbrellas, lifeguards, changing...Read More
Pervolia, Misiria (or Missiria) and Platanias (or Platanes) are three neighbouring suburbs of Rethymnon, located 3-5km to the west of the city. These were once distinct settlements, but have now been incorporated into the urban region of Rethymnon, due to the rise in residential development. A long stretch of sandy beach lies in front of...Read More
Pervolia, Missiria and Platanias (or Platanes) are three suburbs situated just 3-5km west of the bustling city of Rethymnon. These towns were once independent settlements, but now form part of the greater urban region due to the residential development of recent decades. Fronting these suburbs is an expansive sandy beach, which is a continuation of...Read More
Episkopi beach is situated 45km east of Chania and 14km west of Rethymnon. It is a coastal area, famous for its connection to one of Greece’s wealthiest business families, the Vardinoyannis. The beach is 3.5km long, with a mix of sand, shallow waters and wavy conditions, making it ideal for swimming and other watersports. It...Read More
Located just 2km west of the city center of Rethymnon, Koumbes is the only beach in the western region of the city. It is aptly named after the Turkish word Kubbe, which translates to ‘dome’, a fitting description of its views of the imposing Fortezza fortress. Comprised of sand and fine pebbles, Koumbes beach has...Read More
Located just 500m from the city centre of Rethymno, this golden-sand beach is a popular spot for tourists and locals alike. It is part of the 13km long beachfront of Rethymno Bay, stretching east all the way to Skaleta. Despite its popularity, the beach never seems too crowded. Along the beachfront, Eleftheriou Venizelou Str. runs,...Read More
