WELCOME TO RETHYMNO
Rethymno’s timeless attractions and diverse landscapes, city architecture, museums, archaeological sites, endless sandy beaches and escapes to nearby villages will reward you with a rich cultural yet relaxed experience all year round. Step off of the beaten path into the untouched Greece of the past. Cultural pride and natural beauty – Rethymno offers the best of both.
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FALL TIME IN RETHYMNO
Autumn is the perfect time to start planning your outdoor adventures in Rethymno.
You can discover exciting biking, hiking and walking trails.
Get ready for the warm weather and enjoy delicious autumn activities.
Explore wineries, visit olive farms and enjoy delicious meals in the cozy restaurants of the old town or in the charming taverns of the village. Here you'll find everything cozy and charming this autumn!
Rethymno celebrates all expressions of culture and respects the region’s great tradition by organizing events throughout the year, with the most remarkable, the famous Carnival, and farm-to-table festivals for foodies like the Cretan Diet Festival as well as for delectation seekers, and the unique Renaissance Festival that takes you back to the magical Renaissance.
The Carnival
Cretan Diet Festival
Renaissance Festival
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COUNTRYSIDE TOURS
Discover inland secrets and the wide variety of flora and fauna, by visiting gorges, mountainous villages, hiking trails. Rethymno is a paradise for numerous excursions.
CRETAN DIET
Modern Cretans feel the urge to share their secrets of life with the world. Besides their history and culture, they are also willing to share with people their prized cultural heritage known as CRETAN DIET.
LOCAL HANDICRAFTS
Handcrafted items, part of the Cretan tradition, give you the pleasure of remembering the journey afterward. A lasting memory of your trip to Rethymno.
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