Name: The beach is absolutely stunning and mostly covered in sand. However, there are some big pebbles when you first enter the water. Fortunately, the water becomes shallow and sandy about 10 meters from the shore. This beach is perfect for watching the sunrise or sunset.
Item: Rethymnon beach
Rating: 10
Author: Maxwell Kellerman

About Rethymno

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of Rethymno attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

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Rethymnon beach

Rethymno 1.2 km

Good

7.8

Large free area • Beach resort • Easy access • Brown sand • Turquoise pure water • Very crowded

7.8 Amenities index

Senior friendly

Pervolia beach II

Xiro Chorio 2.1 km

Good

7.7

Large free area • Beach resort • Easy access • Brown sand • Turquoise pure water • Very crowded

8.3 Amenities index

Good for Relax

Beach Adelianos Kampos

Adelianos Kampos 0.5 km

Good

7.7

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Brown sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season

6.7 Amenities index

Good for Relax

Koumbes beach

Rethymno 1.4 km

Tolerable

5.8

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Black sand & pebble • Green water • Sand & Pebbles bottom

4.4 Amenities index

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Popular types of Rethymno beaches

Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 4 beaches in the town.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Rethymno.

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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Rethymno, they are as follows:

The town's beaches are mainly wide, long and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of brown color.
Usually, entry into the water is moderately gentle, such beaches are 4.
The average distance from the road to beach in Rethymno is less than 500 meters. 4 beaches are relatively easy to access.

The vast majority of Rethymno beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Rethymno's beaches

Rethymnon beach

10 Maxwell Kellerman

The beach is absolutely stunning and mostly covered in sand. However, there are some big pebbles when you first enter the water. Fortunately, the water becomes shallow and sandy about 10 meters from the shore. This beach is perfect for watching the sunrise or sunset.

Pervolia beach II

4 Kieran

There seems to be a sewage system in place at the beach, as it emits a strong sewage odor that permeates the entire area. It's quite challenging to tolerate. During our late night walk yesterday, we observed the sewage system in full operation. The following morning, when we went for a swim, we immediately noticed garbage washing up on the shore. We even witnessed brown streams in the water. As a result, we promptly returned to our apartment to take a shower. However, when there is no sewage issue, the water becomes beautifully clear and warm, making it a delightful experience to swim in. Additionally, it appears that they make an effort to suppress reviews that mention this problem.

Beach Adelianos Kampos

6 Samantha-Louise Anderson

We had a great time at the Siroccos beach bar! When you purchase a drink or food, you receive complimentary sunbeds for the entire day. The beach is a combination of sand and pebbles, but entering the water can be tricky. I would recommend wearing water shoes. In terms of depth, it is generally smoother compared to other beaches, but it is important to be cautious with your steps. There are some large, pointy underwater rocks with gaps between them where one could easily get their foot caught. However, if you successfully navigate through this area, you will find a leveled rock platform about 2 meters from the shore, which is approximately 1.5-1.7 meters deep. If you're fortunate enough to visit on a day with calm waves, you can have an amazing time. Unfortunately, high or strong waves do not make it enjoyable.

Koumbes beach

6 Aubrey Cielo.

This petite shoreline boasts a serene atmosphere with limited crowds, yet its terrain is composed primarily of rugged rocks.

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the town is August - air temperature during this time warms up to 29.2°C and water up to 26.6°C. The coldest month is January - air temperature drops to 11.7°C and water to 17.1°C.