Best Beaches in Rethymno, Crete

Crete is the largest island in Greece, known for its hospitality, culture, and nature. In the heart of this beautiful corner of the Earth is the district of Rethymno.

The economy of the Rethymno district is based on tourists, who come to enjoy the beauty of the island, known for its amazing beaches. In this article, I will disclose the nine best beaches in Rethymno.

Preveli Beach

Preveli is one of the best beaches in Rethymno. It has clear and chilly waters and gold and a bit of pebbly sand. The beach is at the end of a gorge from which a river comes down to the sea waters.

Agia Galini Beach

It is a quiet and calm beach, awarded the blue flag. This flag symbolizes that the beach has waters of exceptional quality. Agia Galini is a gulf protected from the winds, which means that the waters are always calm.

Plakias Beach

The beach is sandy, and the waters are warm and clear blue. When the wind blows, the waters get wavy. One should check the weather before coming here unless you enjoy playing with the waves.

Triopetra Beach

Triopetra means three rocks and took its name from the rocks that overlook the beach on the one side. This imposing geological miracle attracts all visitors’ attention who never miss the opportunity to take nice pictures on the spot.

It has crystal clear waters and sand with a few pebbles here and there, and it is an example of the wild beauty of Crete. You can admire the view of a romantic sunset from the beach.

Agios Pavlos Beach

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