Quick answer: Agios Georgios is a small valley about 3 km west of Agia Galini with two pebbly bays: Lichnistis, with rooms, a taverna and umbrellas, and Kolimbistiri, quieter and better for snorkelling. The water is usually calm.
- Region
- Agia Galini, south Rethymno
- Distance
- About 3 km west of Agia Galini
- Beaches
- Lichnistis and Kolimbistiri
- Access
- Road or boat from Agia Galini
Two bays
Lichnistis, the eastern bay, has rooms, a taverna and umbrellas. Kolimbistiri, to the west, is quieter and has clear water and rocks for snorkelling. Both are pebbly.
Getting there
A paved road reaches the valley from Agia Galini, and in summer small boats from Agia Galini harbour run to the beaches.
Nearby
The old monastery of Agios Georgios, which gives the valley its name, is about 500 m inland.
Questions before you go
Are the Agios Georgios beaches sandy?
No, they are pebbly with clear water.
Can you take a boat from Agia Galini?
Yes, in summer boats run from the harbour.
Which bay is quieter?
Kolimbistiri, the western bay.
