Paleochora is the ideal holiday destination with alternative options in activities such as hiking and trekking in the mountains and on the other hand relaxation and rejuvenation on the countless beaches that surround it. All the beauty of the area evokes outstanding emotions while offers you memories of a lifetime!
Summer is the most popular, sizzling hot season. Paleochora, is a mixture of Mediterranean culture, buzzing nightlife and deep blue beaches. It has a total of about 18 kilometers of accessible coastline, therefore it is known for its numerous, splendid beaches, such as Pahia Ammos, Chalikia, Anydri or Gialiskri, Volakas, Karavopetra, Keratides, Plakaki, Grammeno, Krios and Limnaki.
Being in the center of Southwest Crete, Paleochora makes an excellent base point from which you may explore the southwest side of the island by visiting jaw-dropping beaches as Elafonissi and Kedrodasos, which are part of Natura 2000 network, which has been established to protect wild flora and fauna as well as unique ecosystems. Samaria Gorge, Gavdos island, Selino region, the E4 European paths, Lissos, Elyros, Sougia, Agia Roumeli and Loutro are some of the must visit summer spots of the wider area. In the summer, the social life of the town of Paleochora is at its best, with the influx of visitors from all over the world creating a wonderful mosaic combined with the many café, traditional cafeterias, bars, taverns and restaurants serving delicious Cretan delicacies.
