- Region
- Rethymno, north coast
- Distance
- About 12 km east of Rethymno
- Beach
- Fine golden sand
- Facilities
- Sunbeds, tavernas, lifeguard, water sports
The beach
The sand here is part of a long stretch that includes Stavromenos and Sfakaki. The water is clear and shallow, but the beach faces north and is often wavy.
Sunbeds, umbrellas, cafés, tavernas, water sports and a lifeguard operate in summer.
Turtles and caves
Loggerhead turtles nest on this coast from May to September; some nest areas are marked off. To the east, the coast towards Geropotamos has sea caves, the best known being the 'Cave of Poseidon' with stalactites and stalagmites.
Getting there
Skaleta lies off the old national road east of Rethymno, and local buses run along it. The 16th-century church of Zoodochos Pigi at Drakonero is about 2 km away.
Questions before you go
How far is Skaleta from Rethymno?
About 12 km east, 15 to 20 minutes by car.
Is Skaleta beach sandy?
Yes, fine golden sand.
Do turtles nest at Skaleta?
Yes, loggerhead turtles nest from May to September; keep away from marked nests.
