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The heart of tourism education in Crete beats undoubtedly in Rethymno.

Every year, the Tourism Committee thanks and honors the people who have contributed to Tourism.

Final straight for the 2nd TRIMORE M.T. Rethymnon I ISOMAN     September 25-27

 Watch  video: Traditional Cretan music and dancing experiences

Don’t you have plans yet?  Not to worry,  here are a few things to do to enjoy and chase your summer.

Events & experiences  are rescheduled for Rethymno's cultural restart !

Since 2007 and every consecutive year the Municipality of Rethymno awards its loyal visitors with a friendship award.

Your wellness is  our priority

Rethymno is officially opened to visitors today, July 1^st, 2020, welcoming travelers from around the world.  Rethymno hotels have introduced and apply enhanced cleaning and disinfecting protocols to ensure the safety of all visitors as well as locals.  

Visitors should continue to keep social distance but still enjoy Rethymno's beauty.  Visiting Rethymno can be an entirely new experience and a safe place for vacationing. 

New video promoting the island of Crete to audiences worldwide

Museums in Rethymno are reopening to the public after being closed for almost three months during the coronovarius pandemic.

As restaurants, cafes & bars are opened since May 25 is part of the fourth phase of the Greek government plan to loosen restrictions.

Rethymno received distinction as part of European Mobility Week 2019 for its efforts to promote safe walking and cycling.

Rethymno is the second recipient of the European Mobility awards taking place at Zappeion Hall July 9 2020 for its major efforts implementing  to promote safe and sustainable transportation choices.

Rethymno received distinction as part of European Mobility Week 2019 for its efforts to promote safe walking and cycling.

Rethymno is the second recipient of the European Mobility awards taking place at Zappeion Hall July 9 2020 for its major efforts implementing  to promote safe and sustainable transportation choices.

In Rethymno 11 sites have been granted Blue Flags that reflect the excellence in water quality, information provision, environmental education, safety, and the proper beach management.

This year, the Festival Rethymno Days will try to break the social isolation,  we are bringing home our art with live streaming broadcasts.

As the number of coronavirus cases in Greece rose health authorities called on people to stay at home and avoid exposure to potential infection.

Rethymno’s Carnival 2020.

Rethymno, through every event organized, expresses its unique identity; an identity that respects its long history & traditions.