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Plakias Beach, Rethymno
See practical info for Plakias in Rethymno, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.
The resort at the foot of the gorge
About 1.3 km of fine golden sand shelving gently into the bay, backed by mountains and facing the Libyan Sea, ~21 km south of Rethymno. The name (plakias, "flat") refers to the level ground formed by the Kotsifou gorge’s alluvial deposits.
It is a developed resort village — hotels, tavernas, dive centres — and a base for nearby beaches (Souda, Damnoni) and the gorge. Because of its open southern aspect, it can be windy.
- Region
- Rethymno, Greece
- Beach type
- Sandy
- Access
- Easy road access
- Coordinates
- 35.19043, 24.39385
- Organized beach
- Beach bar
- Sunbeds
- Parking
- Food nearby
- Family friendly
About this beach
Plakias is oriented towards the south, so it usually has natural cover from northerly, north-easterly and north-westerly winds. Orientation only reflects which way the coast faces, not confirmed shelter, so check wind and waves in the app before you go.
Plakias has sand underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water — handy for families with young children.
For amenities, Plakias has an organised beach, a beach bar, sunbeds, parking nearby and food nearby. It has a Seatrac assisted-access unit for accessibility — confirm it is in service before travelling. There is a campsite nearby (Camping Apollonia, ~593 m).
Open the app for live recommendation score, wind exposure, waves, best time of day and nearby alternatives.
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