Preveli beach

Preveli is a beach with palms on the south coast of Crete island, Greece. In fact, palm grove is located near the river flowing into the sea. The beach itself is rather mediocre - with dark small pebbles, while there are often strong waves in the sea. Besides, it is always overcrowded - even during the low season. But river with trees is quite unusual for Cyprus, so it is worth to spend half a day. You can get here either by 4WD car (parking 2€) or by boat from one of the nearest towns. Shore and seabed: sand, pebbles. [edit]

Coordinates: 35.152747, 24.473812

See also: Crete island

Hotels [edit]

Dionysos Tavern & Rooms is the only hotel near Preveli beach (10 minutes walk along the coast). This is also a delicious cafe - again, the only one in the area. Thus the place is very popular, so you need to book much in advance.

How to get there [edit]

Fly to Heraklion international airport (HER) or to Chania international airport (CHQ). Next hire a taxi or get by bus.

There is also ferry service from mainland to Crete island. Main routes are from Athens (port Piraeus) to Heraklion and to Chania.

When to go [edit]

The best time for a holiday in Preveli beach is a warm period in the summer half of the year.

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