Overview of Rethymno (Ρέθυμνο)
Een bezoek aan Rethymno (Ρέθυμνο) in Rethymno (Kreta (Chania, Heraklion, Rethymno & Agios Nikolaos)) brengt u naar Fortezza Venetian Citadel, met verbinding via Chania Souda Port & Airport (CHQ) (44 km) (16 m above sea level, 57,216 inwoners). Bezoekers komen voor de gezellige plateia, taverna's aan zee en streekgerechten van Kreta (Chania, Heraklion, Rethymno & 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. Vanaf het knooppunt Heraklion (HER) & Chania (CHQ) Airports and Ferry Ports verbinden Blue Star-veerboten, vluchten en KTEL-bussen Rethymno (Chania Souda Port & Airport (CHQ) (44 km)) met de omliggende plaatsen in 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 & Haven van Rethymno: Wandel langs het dorpsplein, witgekalkte steegjes en traditionele taverna's.
- Stranden & Wandelpaden (Rethymno): Verken baaien en uitzichtpunten rond Rethymno.
- Dagtrips in Kreta (Chania, Heraklion, Rethymno & Agios Nikolaos): Combineer Rethymno met hoogtepunten in Kreta (Chania, Heraklion, Rethymno & 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 Kreta (Chania, Heraklion, Rethymno & 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 Kreta (Chania, Heraklion, Rethymno & Agios Nikolaos):
Best Time to Visit Rethymno
Apr–Oct. Bekijk alle plaatsen in Kreta (Chania, Heraklion, Rethymno & Agios Nikolaos) of doorzoek het volledige overzicht van 1,450 Griekse steden en eilanden.