RETHYMNON TRAVEL GUIDE

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BEACHES

Rethymnon

The sandy beach in Rethymnon town is 13 km long ending at Skaleta, an organised beach with crystal clear waters.

Geropotamos

The beach at Geropotamou is below the bridge spanning the river 20 km from Rethymnon. A small beach with a mixture of pebbles, sand and crystal clear water that is quite deep.

Bali

The beach at the resort of Bali is located 34 km from Rethymnon. There are many small coves with lovely beaches.

Damnoni

Damoni has a large organised sandy beach just 6 km from Plakias on the south coast, a small resort with accommodation and tavernas.

Ammoudi

Ammoudi is a small pebbled beach 6 km east of Plakias. The beach is protected from strong winds and is popular with nudists as it is quite isolated.

Preveli

The exotic palm tree beach of Preveli is located at the estuary of the Kourtalioti River and is accessed by boat from Plakias or a 10-15 minute walk from the Preveli Monastery. A short walk upriver will reveal small waterfalls in a natural green environment.

Triopetra

Triopetra beach is located 50 km south of Rethymnon. The sandy beach is so named because of the three rocks rising out of the sea; it is also noted for its spectacular sunsets.

Agios Pavlos

The beach of Agios Pavlos is 58 km south of Rethymnon. The quiet beach has very small pebbles and crystal clear waters.

Panormos

Panormo beach is 20 km east of Rethymnon. The organised beach has bronze coloured sand and offers many sea sport activities.

Agia Galini

The resort of Agia Galini is located 58 km south of Rethymnon and offers two beaches. Both are well organised and offer a variety of sea sport activities.