Crete (Rethymno), Greece • Libyan Sea (Mediterranean)

Preveli Palm Beach

Where the Grand River (Megalopotamos) flows through Crete's exotic Theophrastus palm forest gorge straight onto a Libyan Sea sand spit.

Preveli Palm Beach in Crete (Rethymno), Greece

Photo: Uoaei1 (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

Local Notes & Setting

  • Hike up the cool riverbed through the exotic palm forest (Phoenix theophrasti) into the mountain gorge
  • Take a pedal boat up the freshwater river canyon beneath shaded palm canopies
  • Visit the historic 16th-century Moni Preveli monastery on the clifftop above

Water & Beach Specifications

Peak Summer Sea Temp 26.4°C (Peak Air: 31°C)
Monthly Sea Temps (May–Oct) May: 19.8°C · Jun: 23.5°C · Jul: 25.8°C · Aug: 26.4°C · Sep: 25.1°C · Oct: 22.6°C
Best Months May, June, July, August, September, October
Sand & Shoreline Fine White Sand • Gradual Drop
Water Clarity Deep Azure (Clarity: 4.5/5 • Scenery: 4.25/5)
Daily Cost Guide €35/day (Sunbeds: €0)
Coordinates 35.1528°N, 24.475°E

Explore complete 12-month NOAA climatology curves for this coastline in our Greece Sea Temperature Guide →

Amenities

Watersports: Active
Naturist: Textile Only
Free Parking: Available
Bathrooms: Available
Showers: None
Food / Tavernas: Available
Good for Kids: Safe Entry
Lifeguard: Seasonal Duty
Sunbed Rentals: None
Natural Shade: Present
Wheelchair Accessible: Inaccessible

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

CHQ / HER · 40m drive

Scenic drive along the Northern Crete coastal highway.

Frequently Asked Questions about Preveli Palm Beach

What is the water temperature at Preveli Palm Beach?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Preveli Palm Beach averages 26.4°C (80°F), based on 30-year NOAA OISST satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Preveli Palm Beach?

Preveli Palm Beach is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Crete (Rethymno), Greece.

Is Preveli Palm Beach good for families with kids?

Yes, Preveli Palm Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Preveli Palm Beach?

Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.

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