Panormos, Coastal village in northern Crete, Greece.
The settlement extends along three beaches on the northern coast of Crete, positioned between Rethymno and Heraklion at coordinates 35.417222, 24.691389.
The name Panormos originates from ancient Greek, meaning sheltered harbor, reflecting its maritime heritage as a fishing community on the Mediterranean coast.
Local fishermen continue their traditional practices in the harbor while restaurants serve regional Cretan dishes prepared with fresh seafood and local ingredients.
The village connects to major Cretan cities through the National Road 90, with regular bus services operating between May and October from Heraklion and Rethymno.
The three distinct beaches of Panormos offer different experiences, from water sports facilities to secluded swimming spots surrounded by natural rock formations.
Location: Mylopotamos Municipality
Address: Panormos in Rethymno, Greece
GPS coordinates: 35.41758,24.69111
Latest update: April 23, 2025 14:17
Greece is home to many secluded beaches, away from main tourist routes and resorts. These lesser-known coastlines are found on the islands of Crete, Lefkada, Zakynthos, Cephalonia, Milos, and Karpathos. Some feature fine light-colored sand, others black volcanic pebbles from ancient eruptions, and all are surrounded by turquoise waters where the seabed is visible from the surface. Accessing these sites often requires extra effort: steep paths descending from cliffs, unpaved roads crossing Mediterranean scrub, or boat trips from coastal villages. Seitan Limania is nestled in a gorge with rocky walls over 100 meters high, while Egremni Beach is accessible after descending 350 carved steps in the cliffs. Mavra Volia is distinguished by its black lava stones, remnants of an eruption 2200 years ago, and Kedrodasos is home to centuries-old junipers casting shadows on the sand. These beaches generally have little or no tourist infrastructure. The lack of restaurants, parasol rentals, or paved parking preserves their natural state and limits the number of visitors, even during peak summer season. Some areas, such as Marathonisi Island, are partially protected to allow nesting of loggerhead turtles.
Arkadi Monastery
13.2 km
Eleutherna Bridge
9 km
Museum of Ancient Eleutherna
10.6 km
Cave of Melidoni
5.1 km
Vosakou Monastery
14.2 km
Eleutherna Archaeological Museum
10.6 km
Atali monastery
7.5 km
Moni Arseniou
10.2 km
Carob mill of Panormos
174 m
Church of Agios Dimitrios, Margarites
8.7 km
Church of Zoodochos Pigi
7.1 km
Church of Agios Nicholaos, Margarites
8.5 km
Church of Agios Georgios, Kalamas
8.6 km
Church of Panagia, Agios Ioannis Mylopotamou
12.6 km
Metal bridge, Perama
5.3 km
Church of Agios Dimitrios, Viran Episkopi
9.4 km
Early Christian Basilica in Panormos of Rethymnon
558 m
Venetian Villa ton GLODIO, Pikri
10.1 km
Tower of Maroulas II
14.9 km
Church of St John at Episcopi
10.9 km
Church of Michail Archaggelos, Margarites
8.8 km
Church of Agios Ioannis Theologos, Margarites
8.7 km
Church of Agios Ioannis Prodromos, Margarites
8.6 km
Bridge of Garazou
11.2 km
Traditional ceramic factories, Margarites
8.6 km
Primary School, Skordilo
6.9 km
Church of Koimiseos tis Theotokou and Agias Paraskevis
11.5 km
Fountain-reservoir at Garazo
12.1 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes