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Travel Guide to Rethymnon Crete, Greece

The prefecture of Rethymnon (Rethymno) is considered by many the most scenic region of Crete island, as it boasts an endless variety of natural features, including imposing canyons and gorges, lush vineyards and evergreen forests, sparkling rivers and lakes, long, sandy beaches, and high mountains with impressive caves and caverns.
Rethymnon is the ideal destination for those who want to leave their stressful, everyday lifestyle and be embraced by a serene and relaxing setting. Apart from its amazing natural environment, the Rethymnon prefecture offers a plethora of archaeological, historical and religious sights that illustrate the significance of Rethymnon in the history of Crete. Just purchase a map of Rethymnon, Crete and set off on a unique adventure.

Furthermore, visitors can find an abundance of nightlife venues in Rethymnon town and popular resorts, such as Plakias, and Agia Galini, Crete, all of which provide exciting evening entertainment. In the charming villages of the prefecture of Rethymnon (Rethymno), there are travenas and restaurants where visitors can enjoy traditional dishes that resemble banquets of luscious delicacies, fit for Roman Emperors.


Rethymnon Crete

Rethymnon have a great number of holiday spots to choose from. If you enjoy a sea view and having the beach at walking distance, we suggest staying at one of the seaside settlements. On the other hand, if you prefer spending a holiday far from the conventional vacation crowds, we recommend a picturesque mountain village.
No matter which you choose, rest assured that you will find a wide selection of Rethymnon hotels, studios, apartments, rooms for rent, luxury hotels and vacation villas. The superb tourist infrastructure, including accommodation rent a car agencies, tour agencies, shops, and entertainment venues, makes the prefecture of Rethymnon a wonderful vacation destination for all seasons.

Many people visit the Rethymnon because of its fabulous beaches and crystal-clear waters. There are beaches of all types on both the northern and the southern coast of the prefecture: some sandy and some pebbly, others long and others short. Many of the beaches are organized, providing sunbeds, umbrellas, water-sport facilities and a number of restaurants and cafes where swimmers can have a delicious meal or a refreshing drink after a day at the beach.
Rethymnon Crete has a temperate Mediterranean climate, which is quite pleasant throughout the year. Like the rest of the island, the weather in Rethymnon is hot and dry in the summer and mild but rainy in the winter. In the deep winter months, it may snow in the mountains, but the temperature in the lowlands is moderate.
You can travel to Rethymnon by ferry boat that departs from Athens (Pireaus Port). Ferry boats to the Port of Rethymnon are frequent, especially during the summer and the peak holiday months, when the prefecture is host to thousands of tourists from all over the world. Boat fares vary, depending on the season and the type of boat.




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