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Hey 👋 all around Crete island 🇬🇷💫 Locations ⬇️ If you haven’t been to this gem island you should def add it to your list! Its has so much to offer and to explore! 📍Balos beach 📍Preveli Palm beach 📍Old Port Rethymno town 📍Old Town Rethymno 📍Loutro Bay . . . . . . . #travelphotography #outfitinspo #outfitinspiration #trending #trendingreels #trendingnow #viralreels #transition #greecelover_gr #transitions #darlingescapes #shetravels #traveltheworld #greecestagram #santorini #santorinigreece #rethymnon #grecia #loves_greece #greece_moments #exploregreece #visitgreece #feelgreece #greekislands #chaniacrete #crete #creteisland #cretegreece #chania
lucyinthesskyylucyinthesskyy
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This might be one of the most surprising places I’ve ever been 🌴 I totally didn’t imagine somewhere like this existed in Greece! This river on the island of Crete is lined by palm trees and empties directly into the Mediterranean Sea at a stunning sandy beach. 😮 The river is even shallow enough that you can walk right down the middle of it and into the sea 🌊 Do you want to know more about this incredible beach?? 📍 Preveli Beach, Crete
nikki.on.her.waynikki.on.her.way
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Day 2 in Crete! 🇬🇷 • Kourtaliotis Gorge • Preveli Beach • Gefyra Taverna Café • Kalypso Beach • Old city of Rethymno
bykatvianabykatviana
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You can not miss Preveli Beach if you're visiting Crete!🇬🇷 The beach, framed by the beautiful Preveli River Lagoon and the lush palm tree forest (the second largest in Europe), makes it feel like a tropical paradise. It's about 40 kilometers from Rethymno, and the drive there is scenic, with winding roads offering lovely views of the countryside and the sea. The road is in good condition, which made the trip easy and pleasant. On the way to Preveli Beach, there’s another must-see spot—Kourtaliotiko Gorge. I highly recommend stopping by before getting to Preveli. When we arrived at the parking area, we found plenty of parking spaces. There's a small fee of 2 euros per day for parking, which is quite reasonable. From the parking lot, it takes about 15 minutes to walk down to the beach. The path includes around 400 steps, which can be a bit challenging, especially in the heat, but the breathtaking views along the way make it worthwhile. There are several viewpoints along the path where you can stop, catch your breath, and take some stunning photos of the lagoon and beach below. I suggest avoiding climbing back during the hottest part of the day (13:00-16:00) and make sure you have water on the way up. Tip: If you go to the end of the parking area and pass the gate, you get to an amazing viewpoint from the edge of the cliffs. The views are spectacular! The beach itself is a natural gem, accessible by foot or by boat. The Libyan Sea, with shades of turquoise and deep blue, is perfect for swimming. Keep in mind that on windy days you may find big waves that might not be ideal for small kids. The beach is a combination of golden sand and pebbles. Make sure to bring water shoes for a better experience. The Preveli River flows into the sea here, creating a unique freshwater lagoon that is delightful to explore. The palm tree forest stretches for about 500 meters along the river, providing plenty of shaded spots to relax and enjoy the tranquil environment. Exploring the forest takes around 30 minutes to an hour, depending on how leisurely you walk and how many photos you take. We couldn’t stop taking photos and videos; this place is truly a gem! It's a peaceful area with a slight jungle vibe, and we even spotted a few birds, fish, and small wildlife. There are no large facilities on the beach, but we found a small taverna offering snacks and drinks, as well as restrooms, changing areas, and a shower. Our visit to Preveli Beach was simply amazing. The mix of natural beauty, the unique lagoon, and the serene palm forest made it a perfect escape. It's a wonderful activity suitable for all ages, though the walk down might be a bit challenging for very young children or seniors. If you're ever in Crete, I highly recommend visiting Preveli Beach. Just be prepared for the steps and take your time to enjoy the breathtaking scenery along the way. Don’t forget to bring plenty of water and sunscreen! If you're interested in seeing our experience or want to check out Preveli Beach and palm forest before visiting, we made a video about it on YouTube.➡️ https://youtu.be/s_oN7oeakWM?si=9OL7NZsxUZHW2uwL
Sun PireSun Pire
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Preveli is a really beautiful, sandy beach surrounded by palm trees. Despite the crowds, the waters remain clean. There is a river that is connected to the sea that you can also swim in (though I would recommend flip-flops or swimming shoes for the river). There is a few garbage that gets concentrated on the left side of the beach, where the river meets the sea, but it stays there only. Of course, it would be great if someone cleaned that part of the beach, or if people wouldn't throw their garbage down in the first place. If you dislike large crowds, you will not enjoy this beach as much. Because of its beauty, it has become famous and attracts tons of people, especially in the summer and during peak hours. Still, in my opinion, it is still worth the visit, as it has a rare combination of elements that make it unique. To visit this beach , DON'T use the free parking on the left. It gets full really quickly and you will be stuck in traffic. Moreover, the trail from there is much steeper to climb down and then up, especially during the summer with the scorching heat from the sun slowing you down. Yes, you will get some great views from there, but it will be an ordeal. Instead, use the free parking on Drimmiskiano Ammoudi beach to the right. It is smaller, but usually has some free spots, some under the shade of the trees. The trail from there is easier (around 15 minutes), with less steep parts to climb up and down. The views are not as magnificent from there, but are still very good. Plus, you'll get to see the Drimmiskiano Ammoudi beach, and swim there if you don't prefer the crowds of Preveli. I think there is also the option of visiting Preveli via boat from there, though I'm not sure. Whichever trail you choose to visit from, make sure you have good shoes (not flip flops), lots of water and sunscreen on you.
Cookie ChanCookie Chan
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What about Preveli beach. I am an adventurer and I like to see everything. The beach as a beach is not worth coming, but the road to the beach is ideal for those who like to enjoy the view. Also, the most beautiful thing is the river that goes through the gorge and flows into the sea, it is rich in vegetation, mostly palm trees. You can choose whether they will take you on a land tour through the palm forest or you will still go through the river. There is a parking fee, I'm not sure exactly how much, but I read somewhere that it's €2/hour. We came from Rettimno, where at every tourist stand you have an offer for Preveli in the amount of 20 euros plus 10 euros for a boat that takes you for less than two minutes, so that it goes around the ridge and you don't have to bother coming down the gorge. While you also have a third option of arrival, that is the city bus, from Rettimna the one-way ticket is 5 euros and the adventure can begin. Of course, we chose the third variant. As for the shoes, we went in sneakers and the top is by far the most comfortable and you reduce the possibility of twisting the wrist, but we saw people go in flip flops and flip flops but they tripped and slipped on the polished stones. It took us about 60 minutes to get down from the bus stop to the beach (due to taking pictures and filming), while we returned in about 25-30 minutes.
Verica MitićVerica Mitić
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Nearby Attractions Of Preveli beach
Drymiskiano Ammoudi

Drymiskiano Ammoudi
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Nearby Restaurants Of Preveli beach
Preveli Crete - Dionyssos Rooms & Restaurant
Taverna Rousolakos

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740 60, Greece
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Preveli Beach is a beach located on the south coast of the Greek Mediterranean island of Crete. It is located in the municipality of Agios Vasilios in the Rethymno regional unit, not far from the Moni Preveli monastery, whose name has passed on to it.
attractions: Drymiskiano Ammoudi, restaurants: Preveli Crete - Dionyssos Rooms & Restaurant, Taverna Rousolakos
