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Geropotamos Beach, Rethymno
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See practical info for Geropotamos in Rethymno, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.
The mouth of the sacred river
Geropotamos lies on the north coast of Rethymno, Crete, about 18 kilometres east of the town and 3 kilometres west of Panormo. The beach takes its name from the namesake river that reaches the sea at its eastern end; the name is said to derive from "Ieros Potamos", the sacred river, which also gives its name to the whole province of Mylopotamos.
At its mouth the river forms a small lake beside the sea, a wetland, an area of the Natura 2000 network, that hosts birdlife, while falcons are reported to nest in the cavities of the surrounding rocks. West of the beach stands Kamara, a natural rock arch that can only be approached from the sea.
The shore is laid with pebbles and coarse sand, with shade from the rocks, and is not organized; there is a taverna and parking. Access is easy from the northern road axis.
- Region
- Rethymno, Greece
- Beach type
- Sand & pebbles
- Access
- Easy road access
- Coordinates
- 35.41382, 24.6453
- Parking
- Food nearby
About this beach
Geropotamos is exposed in the meltemi — often choppy on summer N/NE days. That comes from the measured shape of the coastline around it and our curated wind records — a seasonal picture, not a live forecast, so check live wind and waves before you go.
The bay at Geropotamos opens to the north-west, so it usually has natural cover from southerly, south-easterly and south-westerly winds.
Geropotamos has sand and pebbles underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water.
For amenities, Geropotamos has natural shade, parking nearby and food nearby.
Good to know
Does Geropotamos beach get windy?
Geropotamos is exposed in the meltemi — often choppy on summer N/NE days. That is based on the measured shape of its coastline against the meltemi; check live wind and waves before you go.
How do you get to Geropotamos beach?
Access is easy road access. See the coordinates and map on CalmBeach.
What is Geropotamos beach like?
A sand & pebbles beach with shallow water.
What facilities does Geropotamos beach have?
It has parking nearby and food nearby.
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