- Region
- South-west Rethymno
- Location
- 0.5 km west of Korakas, Rodakino
- Beach
- Fine sand, shallow
- Facilities
- Some sunbeds, showers, tavernas, rooms
The beach
Polyrizos is one of the easiest beaches on this stretch of coast: fine sand, shallow, calm water, and some shade from the olive groves. It is lightly organised with a few sunbeds and showers, and it suits children well.
Korakas, Rodakino's main beach, is just 500 m east.
Getting there
From Rodakino village go down to Korakas and follow the paved shore road west; it ends at Polyrizos. The rocky hill of Kastelos rises to the west, with Peristeres bay on its far side (turn left onto the dirt road about 500 m after Polyrizos).
Nearby
Peristeres is 0.9 km away, Agia Marina 1.4 km. Inland, the Sykia and Rodakino gorges make good short walks outside the hottest months.
Questions before you go
Is Polyrizos good for kids?
Yes, the sand is fine and the water shallow and usually calm.
How do I get to Polyrizos beach?
Follow the paved shore road west from Korakas beach at Rodakino; it ends at Polyrizos.
Is there food at Polyrizos?
Yes, a few tavernas and rooms in the small settlement.
