Georgioupolis
Georgioupolis is a small fishing village at the Apokoronas region of the northwest Crete. It is located 40km east of Chania, 25km west of Rethymnon and 100km west of Heraklion. An ideal location to make your holidays a unique and memorable experience!
Georgioupolis combines natural beauty…
- a 10km long sandy beach that offers a superb setting for sport activities or relaxation
- elegant Eucalyptus trees stretch along all main roads of the village
- Almiros river, together with two smaller rivers, form a unique landscape around the coast
- the village is surrounded by hills full of herbs, wild flowers and olive groves
…with an authentic Cretan character and culture.
- St. Nicolas small white church built on top of rocks inside the sea benchmarks the fishing village
- folklore fests, festivals and events in the area of Apokoronas, Chania and Rethymnon perfectures throughout the year
- opportunities to taste local produce and cuisine
In Georgioupolis the typical countryside life is combined with excellent comfort and modern services as well. The village does not miss any of the facilities found in a modern resort area. In walking distance you may find:
- numerous shops, s/m, cafés and taverns
- a bank and ATMs
- a pharmacy and 24h doctor.
Georgioupolis also serves as the perfect starting point for short or longer excursions.
- numerous traditional villages in the neighboring area
- the picturesque Lake of Kournas can be accessed on foot, by bicycle, by the tourist local "train", or even by horse.
- Crete is one of the best hiking regions in Southern Europe: crossing the world-renowned Samaria gorge is a "must"!
Georgioupolis
