Stavromenos Beach
A quiet sandy beach east of Rethymno where turtles nest at night.
Sandy beaches · Rethymno







A Natura 2000 protected area, Elafonisi is one of the most unique places in Greece. Full of dunes with sand lilies and junipers, sand alternating between white and pink, and crystal clear turquoise waters, this is a Caribbean paradise in the Mediterranean!
A quiet sandy beach east of Rethymno where turtles nest at night.
Sandy beaches · Rethymno
A pebble cove under cliffs where monk seals shelter.
Sandy beaches · Rethymno
A monastery near Stavromenos.
Churches & monasteries · Rethymno
A long sandy beach east of Rethymno with a few trees for shade.
Sandy beaches · Rethymno
A 3 km resort beach in front of Adele village, east of Rethymno.
Sandy beaches · Rethymno
Coastal village with a small harbour east of Rethymno.
All villages & towns · Mylopotamos
A pretty fishing village with a sandy beach and shallow water, east of Rethymno.
Sandy beaches · Mylopotamos
A calm, well organised beach in the Rethymno suburbs with shallow light blue water.
Sandy beaches · Rethymno
A walk from a Venetian village above Rethymno.
Hiking trails & summits · Rethymno
A village next to a Homeric city.
All villages & towns · Rethymno
A long, serene sandy beach just east of Rethymno with shallow water.
Sandy beaches · Rethymno
Hill village near Rethymno with Venetian towers.
All villages & towns · Rethymno
The pottery village of Crete.
All villages & towns · Rethymno
The finds of Eleftherna, beautifully shown.
Museums · Rethymno
A Homeric city on a narrow ridge.
Archaeological sites · Rethymno
Elafonisi is located on the southwesternmost point of Crete and is oblong, which often seems to be divided into two parts by water, giving the impression of it being a separate island. The protected area of Elafonisi features magnificent natural formations with arguably the most beautiful being the pinkish sand which exists in many places, taking its color from thousands of broken seashells and corals. The exotic beach with its white and pink sand and turquoise waters is reminiscent of the Caribbean. Near the breaking point of the peninsula, the water does not exceed 1m (3 feet), creating a small lagoon, which can easily be crossed. The eastern side of the beach, in front of the lagoon, is organized, having umbrellas, showers, lifeguards, snack bars, and changing rooms. In Elafonisi, you will have plenty of time to explore the area, swim in the crystal clear waters, and even grab a bite to eat!
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