Rethymnon is the capital of the Rethymnon Prefecture and is located just 80 kilometers west of Heraklion and 60 kilometers east of Chania on the northern coast of Crete. At the east of Rethymnon you will find one of the largest sandy beaches in Crete, a 12 kilometer beach, and at the west there is a rocky coastline that leads to another 10 kilometer stretch of beautiful beach (Episkopi).
Rethymnon offers a number of big hotels. What is more, is its town center, which is a complex of narrow streets with many shops, cafe's and many historical buildings and renovated old houses.
Next to Rethymnon's center the Venetian fortress Fortetza lies on a hill with a great view, which makes it worth visiting. Furthermore, you should not miss the Venetian port with the many cafe's and restaurants along the sea.
Rethymnon has direct ferry connection with Piraeus and there is frequent bus service from Heraklion and Chania.
|