Rethymno: Stavromenos Rethymno

Rethymno Beaches: Stavromenos beach in Rethymno Greece Rethymno Stavromenos: The sandy strip along the north coast of Rethymno, Crete, offers many different versions of beaches for visitors. Among them is the silent bay of Stavromenos, a golden sand beach that sits 11kms to the east of Rethymno town. The small village of Stavromenos on can be reached by the bus from Rethymno to Stavromenos, they leave every half hour. A 500m walk from the village takes you to the beach.

There are parasols and sun-beds for sunbathing, while a stroll up the hill slopes rewards with a beautiful view. A couple of traditional taverns near the beach serve Greek dishes through the day. The village of Stavromenos has shops and confectionaries lining the street and mini-markets as well.‘Carretta Carretta’ turtles visit the beach in the nights from May to September during their nesting season. A part of the beach may be protected and closed to visitors during these days, so that the loggerhead turtles can lay their eggs in peace.For the party hoppers Platenes near Adele beach 4kms to the west, offers water sports, discos and night bars. Stavromenos Beach on map ........................................................................................................................................... Back: + Rethymno Home + Beaches + Crete Islands + Crete Beaches + Greece Beaches + Greece Home Related: + Villages + Churches + Museums + Beach Pictures + Pictures