About This Spot
Crete / Rethymno, Greece is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Greece.
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With NE winds throughout the season, Crete / Rethymno, Greece delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Winds often onshore or sideonshore. Onshore NNE.
When to Go
Wetsuit in autumn to spring. Summer just shorts.
What to Expect
Onshore wind brings in rollers. Water gets deeper than wading depth fairly quickly. There are currents in the area and the port police advises to be careful. The undertow from the waves make it hard to walk out under control.
Wind & Conditions
NE
Best wind direction
Winds often onshore or sideonshore. Onshore NNE.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Onshore wind brings in rollers. Water gets deeper than wading depth fairly quickly. There are currents in the area and the port police advises to be careful. The undertow from the waves make it hard to walk out under control.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Fly to Chania on Crete and get a bus to Rethymno, or fly to Athens and get a boat. The best beach in the area is a few hundred yards east of the ferry port, marked 'municipal beach'.
Location
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