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The best Polish website dedicated to the Greek island Crete and to a small extent of continental Greece. You will find useful information related to visiting Crete that goes beyond the offer of optional tours. On the website you will also find descriptions of the most interesting places that we visited by visiting this largest Greek island. The content complements the current news, photographs and recipes of Greek cuisine.
When traveling around Crete, it is not difficult to pay attention to the fact that most of the beaches there are relatively small and short. For this reason, people who are used to our national Baltic standards, where the sandy coast stretches for kilometers, may experience a special disappointment. However, fortunately, nothing is lost, because Crete in its rich arsenal of various beaches can boast of those that allow for long walks along the coast. One of them, especially liked by us, is the beach starting in Kommos ( Κομμός ) located in the south of the central part of the island. This beach extends beyond the town of Kalamaki.
Kommos beach
Ancient Kommos
A trained tourist's eye will certainly notice that in the area of the southern part of the Kommos beach, right next to the asphalt road, there is a large fenced area. Looking through a corroded fence, you can easily see that this is an archaeological site. The ruins of old buildings unearthed by scientists are the remains of the former Minoan port, which was built here around 2000 BC
Kommos excavation site
In the period from 1976 to 1996, under the leadership of Joseph Shaw and Maria Koutroubaki, archaeological works were carried out here, which revealed that the port was a maritime base for the ancient Phaistos . There were not only warehouses, but also oil mills. There was also a small shipyard on the coast. The importance of this place is evidenced by the fact that the port was perfectly connected with Phaistos. According to archaeologists, there were at least several roads here.
Starożytne Kommos to...
...port dawnego Fajstos
Według Homera tu rozbiła się flota Menelaosa
Around 1700 BC, the port of Kommos was severely damaged by an earthquake. Due to its very good location, the place has never been abandoned by local residents and has survived until the Hellenistic times, when it was also an important place of worship. According to Homer, the fleet of Menelaus, king of Sparta, returning from Troy, was about to crash on the beach in Kommos. To commemorate these events, the inhabitants of ancient Kommos erected a sanctuary in which Menelaus was worshiped.
Caretta caretta turtles
Today, the Kommos beach area is also one of the most important breeding sites for Caretta caretta turtles in Crete. Every year, volunteers of the Archelon organization mark the dozens of nests on the coast that these reptiles create. For all people resting on this beach, the characteristic metal borders with attached plates describing the nest are a sign to take special care. In these places you should not put up sunbeds, rest, and even less hammer umbrellas. It's best to just move to a different area of the beach.
Characteristic designation of the Caretta caretta turtle nest
The presence of the Caretta carreta turtles on this beach also means that during the night hours the coast is protected not only from unnecessary noise emission, but also from unnecessary lighting. And although the vast sandy beach would certainly be a great place for evening parties on the sand, both in Kommos and in the nearby Kalamaki there is a blissful peace here. People seeking a rich nightlife should go to Matala, a few kilometers south, where in the peak holiday season the tourist bustle and hustle and bustle lasts practically 24 hours a day.
Dwa oznaczone gniazda żółwi
Charakterystyczne skały
Niemiecki bunkier z czasów wojny
Sandy coast - rocky bottom
Unfortunately, what is a bit deceptive about this beach is the fact that the sandy coast is not always accompanied by a sandy bottom. Due to the frequent strong winds blowing from the west and the fact that the beach is in no way sheltered from them, in some areas the sand is completely washed away. In such places there is a rocky bottom which is quite uneven due to the action of sea waves. Sometimes you can also come across small gaps and faults, which are not always clearly visible through the sea depth, especially when the water surface is very rough.
A look towards Kalamaki
People relaxing on this beach should keep this in mind when entering the water. It is worth being especially careful when entering the water for the first time. The more that quite often, due to the aforementioned strong winds, the waves can be quite large.
Beach
In the area of the Kommos beach you will find practically everything you need for a carefree vacation, i.e. sunbeds and umbrellas. If you want a bit more personal rest, taking advantage of the vastness of the beach, you will find a piece of your place without any problems.
Kommos beach. On the other side of this rock is Matala .
There are also several tavernas in the area of Kommos beach, so all people who feel hungry can count on the opportunity to eat something nutritious. Unfortunately, in the area of Kommos beach, the choice of accommodation is quite small. However, there is nothing to prevent you from booking accommodation in the nearby town of Kalamaki. Along the local seaside promenade there are at least a dozen family boarding houses offering a very different standard. From our own experience, we can highly recommend this option. A large number of guesthouses offer the option of making reservations via the booking.com website.
The place of naked men
The part of the coast between Kommos and Kalamaki is a place eagerly chosen by naturists. Some of them are people who rest on this beach and live in makeshift huts and tents set up in a tamarisk grove located in the depths of the coast. It happens that whole families decide to take such a form of recreation close to nature. It is worth bearing this in mind when walking around this area of the beach.
The end of the beach is marked by a rock
If the sight of a naked man in a public place is shocking for you, we suggest avoiding this part of the coast. All the more so because Potamo or Potamoserma, because this beach is also called, was annexed by naturists at the time when hippies appeared in Matala. So the presence of naked grass on this beach has quite a long history. However, if it does not bother you, we can assure you that the sight of dressed people walking on the beach does not come as a shock to naturists.
The beach that stretches from Kommos towards Kalamaki is perfect for long walks as long as there is no wind
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Interesting places on Crete
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W 2002 roku Falasarna zdobyła tytuł najlepszej plaży w Grecji. Wyróżnienie to nie jest bynajmniej przypadkowe, gdyż miejsce to jak na standardy Krety jest naprawdę unikalne.
Elafonisi is a small island located at the end of the southwestern edge of Crete. A characteristic feature of Elafonisi is the shallow lagoon connecting it with Crete.
Elafonisi is a small island located at the end of the southwestern edge of Crete. A characteristic feature of Elafonisi is the shallow lagoon connecting it with Crete.
Chania (Χανιά) is the second largest (after Heraklion) city of Crete. The biggest advantage of Chania is the area of the Old Town and the beautiful Venetian Harbor.
Aptera is a city whose history dates back to at least a thousand years before our era. In the peak period, about 20,000 lived in it. people, of which only 1/5 were free people.
Chania (Χανιά) is the second largest (after Heraklion) city of Crete. The biggest advantage of Chania is the area of the Old Town and the beautiful Venetian Harbor.
Omalos is a perfect starting point for exploring the Samaria Gorge. Located over 1,100 m above sea level extends over an area of 25 km2. Its size corresponds more or less to the size of the Lasithi Plateau.
Located 47 km from the city of Chania, it is the only freshwater lake in Crete. Its area is about 580 thousand. sqm. and the maximum depth is about 45 meters
Omalos is a perfect starting point for exploring the Samaria Gorge. Located over 1,100 m above sea level extends over an area of 25 km2. Its size corresponds more or less to the size of the Lasithi Plateau.
The steel crossing, which in the central part is separated from the ground by nearly 150 m, is at the leading position of the places where the longest bungee jumps are made.
Chania (Χανιά) is the second largest (after Heraklion) city of Crete. The biggest advantage of Chania is the area of the Old Town and the beautiful Venetian Harbor.
The cave is less than 1 km from Moni Gouvernetou Monastery. You will reach it using the pedestrian trail that has been marked out along the slope of the Avlaki Gorge.
Balos is one of Crete's flagship beaches if not all of Greece. We can assure you that the landscapes you see during your trip to Balos will remain with you for a very long time.
The Orthodox monastery of Agia Triada, located on the northern part of the Akrotiri peninsula, is one of the most beautiful and richest monasteries in Crete.
The Orthodox monastery of Agia Triada, located on the northern part of the Akrotiri peninsula, is one of the most beautiful and richest monasteries in Crete.
On the north-western coast of Crete, at the foot of the Gramovous peninsula, there are ruins of the ancient port of Korikos, later known as Falassarna.
Polyrinia was one of the most important city-states of western Crete during the Hellenistic and Roman periods. It was built amphitheater on a steep hill, rising to a height of 481 meters above sea level
The island of Gramvousa, or in fact Imeri Gramvousa (Ήμερη Γραμβούσα), is an inseparable point of a trip that combines a stay in the Balos Lagoon with visiting the remains of a fortress located on the top of the island of Imeri Gramovousa.
There is a beach in Crete that literally makes some people shiver. This place is Seitan Limania which can be translated as Satan's Ports or Cursed Ports.
Dozens of craft workshops located in this small mountain village make Margarites one of the four main centers where traditional Cretan ceramics are made.
The date of the foundation of Moni Arkadiou (Arkadi) is not exactly known. According to tradition, the name of this church refers to the name of the Emperor Arkadiusz, who supposedly was to be its founder.
The date of the foundation of Moni Arkadiou (Arkadi) is not exactly known. According to tradition, the name of this church refers to the name of the Emperor Arkadiusz, who supposedly was to be its founder.
Rethymnon with around 40,000 inhabitants are the third largest city of Crete. This place was populated already in the Minoan period. Historically, the city was an important commercial center.
Skinaria is a small beach located along a small bay, whose outlet on both sides ends with a rocky coast. It is still a little-known place overlooked by mass tourism
Skinaria is a small beach located along a small bay, whose outlet on both sides ends with a rocky coast. It is still a little-known place overlooked by mass tourism
According to Greek mythology, Zeus hid (and perhaps even gave birth) in the Ida cave. This myth is the greatest asset of this cave, which is not as interesting and beautiful as the Dikte cave.
Tripiti is a small beach covered with a mixture of gray sand, gravel and stones. Despite the fact that the beach is unorganized and has a semi-natural appearance, one small tavern works here.
Tripiti is a small beach covered with a mixture of gray sand, gravel and stones. Despite the fact that the beach is unorganized and has a semi-natural appearance, one small tavern works here.
Tripiti is a small beach covered with a mixture of gray sand, gravel and stones. Despite the fact that the beach is unorganized and has a semi-natural appearance, one small tavern works here.
Plakias is a perfect place for people who like to spend time hiking. In the area of the town and the surrounding area, there are several hiking trails that lead to interesting beaches.
Currently, the lower monastery is still not open to the public and is not used by the monks. The buildings of the upper monastery have undergone partial renovation and are the main seat of the Preveli monastery.
Currently, the lower monastery is still not open to the public and is not used by the monks. The buildings of the upper monastery have undergone partial renovation and are the main seat of the Preveli monastery.
Currently, the lower monastery is still not open to the public and is not used by the monks. The buildings of the upper monastery have undergone partial renovation and are the main seat of the Preveli monastery.
The Kourtaliotiko Gorge, also known as the Asomatos Gorge, is perhaps one of the most spectacular natural attractions available in the central part of Crete.
Agia Triada is a small Minoan archaeological site in the south of Crete, located near Timpaki, located on the western slope of the hill about 40 meters above sea level.
This fortress is a perfect example of Crete's multiculturalism. Located today in Greek hands, it was built by the Venetians, but is called a name taken from the Turkish language.
Rouvas Gorge is one of the most interesting places in this part of Crete. The interesting trail leads in a perfect way to the changing appearance of this gorge.
Matala is one of the most popular towns not only of the southern coast but also of the whole of Crete. In the 1960s and 1970s, this small fishing village was a mecca for hippies.
The Odigitrias Monastery is one of the most famous monasteries of southern Crete. Unfortunately, in terms of popularity, he is far from other Cretan monasteries.
In addition to the famous grand palaces on the island in the Minoan period, a number of smaller residences were created. One of the most important examples is the Vathipetro discovered about 5 km north of Archanes, on the southeastern slope of Mount Juchtas in the central part of Crete.
When traveling around Crete, it is not difficult to pay attention to the fact that most of the beaches there are relatively small and short. For this reason, people who are used to our national Baltic standards, where the sandy coast stretches for kilometers, may experience a special disappointment. However, fortunately, nothing is lost, because Crete in its rich arsenal of various beaches can boast of those that allow for long walks along the coast. One of them, our favorite is the Kommos beach located in the south of the central part of the island.
Although there are countless caves in Crete, only a few can be visited. Sfendoni is the largest cave open to the public. content comes from: http://www.crete.pl www.CRETE.pl
Only a few kilometers separate the bustling city of Rethymno from Mili, a village abandoned by its inhabitants. This place is also called the village hidden in the gorge.
Information about one of the more known tourist cities of Crete, or about Malia. Description of attractions located in the city of Malia and a description of the specificity of this town.
The Lasithi Plateau is located about 70 kilometers from the capital of Crete - Heraklion. The average height at which the terrain of this plateau is located is 840 m above sea level.
One of the tourist attractions eagerly visited by people spending their holidays in Crete is the Dikte (Psychro) cave. The main factors that attract people to this cave are a rich and varied dripstone robe and a close connection with mythology.
Among the olive groves in the place called Logari, which is less than a kilometer from the village of Kritsa, there is a small Byzantine church of Panagia Kera from the 13th-14th centuries.
Stalida is located directly along the coast and is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Crete, which definitely comes alive with the advent of the tourist season
Most people crossing the route between Agios Nikolaos and Ierapetra will definitely notice the large crack which is marked by the mountain located east of this road. This majestic geological creation called Ha was probably created as a result of an earthquake.
Xerokambos is a small settlement in which you will find literally several taverns, and most of the buildings are single-storey and one-story houses. The big advantage of this beach is a gentle sandy descent to the sea.
Agios Nikolaos (Άγιος Νικόλαος) is a small town with less than 20,000 inhabitants. permanent residents (according to statistical data from 2001). This city is the capital of the Lasithi nomos.
Although Elounda seems to be a sleepy fishing town to this day, however, appearances should not fool you, because this town and its surroundings can boast of probably the largest number of the best hotels.
Although Elounda seems to be a sleepy fishing town to this day, however, appearances should not fool you, because this town and its surroundings can boast of probably the largest number of the best hotels.
Stalida is located directly along the coast and is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Crete, which definitely comes alive with the advent of the tourist season
Zakros is the fourth-largest Minoan palace in Crete in importance and size. This latest found, built on the east coast of the island is located in the village of Káto Zákros.
Zakros is the fourth-largest Minoan palace in Crete in importance and size. This latest found, built on the east coast of the island is located in the village of Káto Zákros.
The first palace was built around 1900 BC. in the place where there was a quite impressive settlement whose remains were later transformed into the central part of the city.
The ruins of the ancient city of Itanos are located at the eastern tip of Crete, less than 3 kilometers north of the famous palm beach of Vai. Although there are also nice beaches at Itanos, unlike its well-known neighbor, this place does not attract crowds. There are either accidental stray tourists or excavation enthusiasts here.
Less than 10,000 population of Sitia makes the city the smallest in Crete. Some even go a step further and say perversely that it is rather the largest village of Crete.
Napoleon's house is one of the few typically tourist attractions in Ierapetra. About what could have happened here in the summer of 1798 and possibly how much in this legend is the truth we write in the article on the page below.
Moni Kapsa Monastery is one of the most interesting monasteries in Crete. Its massive buildings were erected on rocky, gray slopes surrounding the nearby Pervolakia Gorge.
Diaskari Beach, also known as Green Beach, is less than 3 km from Makry Gialos. This quiet place with a small and simple tavern is a good way to spend a relaxing day away from more crowded places.
Krios beach is located about 9 km west of Paleochora and it is also the last beach on this section of the southern coast, accessible by road. For Crius, the asphalt road leaves the coast line and goes deep into the island, turning into a gutter.
Glyka Nera is one of the most spectacular beaches in Crete. Located at the foot of a majestic, steep hillside high for several hundred meters, it is one of the better places for peaceful rest. There are relatively few people here who get to this beach by boat or on their own feet. It is worth knowing that the popular London Times in 2003 recognized this beach as one of the 20 most interesting in Europe.
: W Jeorjopouli montowali parasole kilka dni temu. No jestem ciekawa czy teraz będą demontować.
gość PiotrWie : Nam się podoba - może znowu da się jeździć na Kretę. Miłośników leżaków zapraszamy z powrotem na północne wybrzeże.
: Bardzo się cieszę. Mnie to odpowiada, bo nie znoszę głośnej muzyki na plaży i coraz trudniej było znaleźć miejsce bez leżaków. Jak ktoś chce leżaki to zapewne znajdzie odpowiednie miejsce.
: W Falasarnie byłam ostatnio jakieś 2-3 lata temu. Leżak na leżaku, głośna muzyka z baru, co najmniej dwa kłady, kursujące tam i z powrotem co kilka minut, generujace niesamowity hałas i smród.... a pamiętam jeszcze czasy, jak można było na tej plaży rozłożyć się z kocykiem w ciszy i spokoju, eh... no cóż może i szkoda miejsc pracy, ale ludzie wszystko potrafią zniszczyć i nie znają umiaru jeśli chodzi o kasę, ... (...)
: Bardzo dobrze. Jak ktoś nie chce wypożyczać leżaka, to miejsca musi szukać na drugim końcu wyspy i w najbrzydszej okolicy.
: Małe sprostowanie.
Określenie "Fałszywe plaże" jest błędne. Chodzi tu o "Niezadeptane plaże" (gr. Απάτητες παραλίες) ;)
: To znaczy, że z Falasarny znikną baldachimy do leżenia? Trochę rewolucja.
: Szkoda. Ale wiadomo, gdzie człowiek tam szkody. Na szczęście miałem przyjemność plażować na wyspie. Jest mega pięknie. Plaże zwłaszcza Golden beach zostaje na zawsze w pamięci.
gość PiotrWie: Z 10 lat temu zamalowano taki drogowskaz, nie wiem czemu. Jak ścieżka z Marmary podejdzie do klifu trzeba szukać odgałęzienia w górę,jak się dobrze przyjrzysz znajdziesz na skale ślad po zamalowanych drogowskazach, idziesz w górę łatwymi niewielkimi zakosami po płytach. Dochodzisz do szlaku Loutro - Livadiana. (...)
Gosia | crete.pl : Myślimy o takiej objazdówce, raczej nie będzie to ten rok, ale plany mamy. Szlak z filmu robiliśmy na przełomie sierpnia i września. Nie pamiętam aby było takie oznakowania, ludzie idą skrajem klifu, straszne miejsce dla mnie z moim lękiem wysokości.
gość PiotrWie : I mam jeszcze dwa pytania - po pierwsze w jakim miesiącu tak było i po drugie - czy oznakowali z powrotem wersję " easy to Loutro " czy dalej pomiędzy Marmarą a Finikas jest ta ścieżka samym skrajem klifu?
gość PiotrWie : Przemyślcie wyjazd na mniej oblężone wyspy - nie jest to logistycznie skomplikowane. (...)
Gosia | crete.pl : Można się zdziwić prawda? Biznes kwitnie, taxi boaty kursują jak oszalałe przywożąc do Marmary turystów z Chora Sfakion i okolic. A w tawernie przy Marmarze wszystkie stoliki są pozajmowane albo już zarezerwowane. My dostaliśmy stolik chyba tylko dlatego, że kelner zlitował się jak zobaczył nasz zmęczone facjaty po zejściu ze szlaku.
gość PiotrWie: Od kiedy plaża Marmara jest tak tragicznie zastawiona łóżkami i parasolami?
Przy okazji polecam inny szlak w pobliżu - Agios Ioanis - Agios Pavlos Beach
gość PiotrWie: Od kilkunastu lat unikamy czerwca, lipca i sierpnia, ale jak zrobi się to popularne to chyba przestawimy się na kwiecień i październik
gość dodekanezowiec: W Grecji (a mam tu na myśli swoje ulubione wyspy czyli Kos, Kreta, Rodos) jednak bym preferował sezon (15 czerwca - 15 września). (...)
: Kto by się spodziewał, że zmiana klimatu na coś się przyda?
: Czerwiec to wg mnie najlepszy czas na wakacje np. w Grecji czy Chorwacji. Ze względu na bombelki, staramy się wyjeżdżać w ostatnim tygodniu czerwca. Choć byłem na Krecie w 2021r. w drugim tygodniu lipca to pogoda była idealna, a spotkałem naszych rodaków, którzy będąc w czerwcu mieli wówczas straszne upały.
: Upały to też ale ogromna ilość turystów sprawiają, że w sezonie to nie jest wypoczynek tylko walka: o miejsce na plaży, o dobre miejsce podczas zwiedzania aby zrobić zdjęcie. To podwójnie męczące.
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