Overview of Rethymno (Ρέθυμνο)
Visiter Rethymno (Ρέθυμνο) dans le district de Rethymno (Crète (La Canée, Héraklion, Réthymnon & Agios Nikolaos)) permet de découvrir Fortezza Venetian Citadel, accessible via Chania Souda Port & Airport (CHQ) (44 km) (altitude 16 m above sea level, 57,216 habitants). La ville séduit par sa plateia, son front de mer et les spécialités de Crète (La Canée, Héraklion, Réthymnon & Agios Nikolaos).
Key Local Landmarks in Rethymno: Fortezza Venetian Citadel · Rimondi Fountain & Old Town Lanes · Arkadi Monastery & Preveli Palm Beach.
Getting to Rethymno: Ferries, Flights & KTEL Transit
Direct 50-minute flights from Athens to Chania (CHQ) and Heraklion (HER), overnight Blue Star / Minoan Lines ferries from Piraeus E2/E3, and KTEL Crete coastal coaches. Depuis le pôle de Heraklion (HER) & Chania (CHQ) Airports and Ferry Ports, les ferries Blue Star, vols et bus KTEL relient directement Rethymno (Chania Souda Port & Airport (CHQ) (44 km)) et Rethymno.
What to See & Do Around Rethymno
- Fortezza Venetian Citadel: Key landmark and visitor highlight in Rethymno (Rethymno).
- Rimondi Fountain & Old Town Lanes: Key landmark and visitor highlight in Rethymno (Rethymno).
- Arkadi Monastery & Preveli Palm Beach: Key landmark and visitor highlight in Rethymno (Rethymno).
- Plateia & Front de Mer de Rethymno : Promenade autour du port ou de la place centrale, des ruelles blanchies et des tavernes.
- Criques, Plages & Sentiers (Rethymno) : Randonnées panoramiques et baignade autour de Rethymno.
- Excursions en Crète (La Canée, Héraklion, Réthymnon & Agios Nikolaos) : Combinez la visite de Rethymno avec les sites majeurs de Crète (La Canée, Héraklion, Réthymnon & Agios Nikolaos) : Minoan Palace of Knossos, Chania Venetian Harbor, Balos Lagoon, Elafonisi Pink Sand Beach, Samaria Gorge, and Rethymno Fortezza..
What to Eat in Rethymno — Traditional Greek Taverna & Regional Rethymno Cuisine
Rethymno shares the culinary traditions of Crète (La Canée, Héraklion, Réthymnon & Agios Nikolaos) (Dakos Barley Rusk with Xinomyzithra Cheese) and Rethymno. Look for these signature Greek dishes, wines, and taverna customs when visiting Rethymno:
- Dakos Barley Rusk with Xinomyzithra Cheese,Regional specialty enjoyed across Rethymno and Rethymno (€8–€22 at local tavernas).
- Antikristo Slow-Roasted Lamb,Regional specialty enjoyed across Rethymno and Rethymno (€8–€22 at local tavernas).
- Kalitsounia Herb & Cheese Pies,Regional specialty enjoyed across Rethymno and Rethymno (€8–€22 at local tavernas).
- Gamopilafo Wedding Pilaf & Chania Bougatsa,Regional specialty enjoyed across Rethymno and Rethymno (€8–€22 at local tavernas).
- Regional Greek Wine, Ouzo & Tsipouro Pairing: Tsikoudia (Cretan Raki served chilled with complimentary fruit after every meal), Vidiano & Liatiko Cretan Wines
- Local Taverna & Agora Tip: Chania Agora & Old Venetian Harbor Backstreets, Heraklion 1866 Central Market (Odos 1866) & Archanes Village Tavernas. Never rush out after asking for the bill in Crete—almost every taverna brings a complimentary carafe of chilled tsikoudia (raki) and seasonal fruit or halva on the house.
Nearby Greek Towns & Islands from Rethymno
Combine a stop in Rethymno with these closest neighboring Greek towns, villages, and islands across Rethymno and Crète (La Canée, Héraklion, Réthymnon & Agios Nikolaos):
Best Time to Visit Rethymno
Apr–Oct. Parcourez toutes les villes de Crète (La Canée, Héraklion, Réthymnon & Agios Nikolaos) ou consultez le répertoire complet des 1,450 villes et îles de Grèce.