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Embark on a memorable journey through the historic streets and breathtaking scenery of Chania, one of Crete’s most enchanting towns, at the Crete Marathon 2025! This exceptional event offers participants the chance to explore one of Crete’s oldest cities, renowned for its rich history, Venetian architecture, and stunning harbour.
As you run along a flat, scenic route, you’ll be surrounded by magnificent natural landscapes and preserved monuments, offering a unique blend of culture and nature. Chania’s charm as a top tourist destination is further enriched by its archaeological sites and historic landmarks, ensuring that your marathon experience is as captivating as it is challenging.
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Whether you’re an experienced athlete or a casual runner, the Crete Marathon is an extraordinary opportunity to immerse yourself in the romance and magic of Chania while enjoying an unforgettable running adventure.
Mark your calendar and join us for this thrilling event!
Set in Chania Town, 300 metres from Nea Chora Beach and 2 km from Koum Kapi Beach, Sea Side View Home steps from the beach & city offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.
With free WiFi, this 2-bedroom apartment offers a flat-screen TV, a washing machine and a kitchen with an oven and fridge. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment.
Popular points of interest near the apartment include Firkas Fortress, Etz Hayyim Synagogue and Municipal Art Gallery of Chania. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 14 km from Sea Side View Home steps from the beach & city.
Located in Chania Town and only 300 metres from Nea Chora Beach, Thalia’s House provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. The air-conditioned accommodation is 700 metres from Firkas Fortress.
This holiday home is equipped with 3 bedrooms, a kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home.
The holiday home offers a sun terrace.
Popular points of interest near Thalia’s House include Etz Hayyim Synagogue, Municipal Art Gallery of Chania and Mitropoleos Square. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 14 km from the accommodation.
Situated within the Nea Hora district in Chania Town, EUPHORIA Luxury Apartment has air conditioning, a balcony, and city views. It features pool with a view, free bikes, pool views and free WiFithroughout the property.
The apartment with a terrace and sea views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment.
At the apartment guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. A a baby safety gate is also available for guests at EUPHORIA Luxury Apartment.
Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Nea Chora Beach, Kladissos Beach and Chryssi Akti. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 14 km from EUPHORIA Luxury Apartment.
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Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a patio, UTOPIA luxury apartment is set in Chania Town. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.
The apartment is fitted with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views.
At the apartment guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. A a baby safety gate is also available for guests at UTOPIA luxury apartment.
Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Nea Chora Beach, Firkas Fortress and Etz Hayyim Synagogue. The nearest airport is Chania International Airport, 14 km from UTOPIA luxury apartment.
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€263
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The Cretan Diet Festival 2026 is scheduled to return in early July at the Rethymno Municipal Garden. The exact date will be announced later. Tickets are available at the entrance.
Cretan Diet Festival promotes local food culture and supports regional producers. The event highlights Cretan products and encourages trade for local farmers and artisans.
Each year, the Rethymno municipal garden hosts a week of culinary and cultural activities. Visitors explore Cretan cuisine through direct interaction with wine producers, cheesemakers, and small-scale farmers. The festival offers food tastings, exhibitions, and traditional music and dance events.
Cretan Diet Festival presents a direct experience of Cretan life. The focus remains on ingredients sourced from the island and the community built around them.
Date: July 2026
Location: Rethymno Municipal Garden
Tickets: Tickets are available at the entrance
Matala Beach Festival celebrates music, freedom, and the spirit of community. Set against the iconic caves of Matala, it brings together people of all ages for three days of live performances, beach energy, and shared moments. Matala Beach Festival 2026 is expected to take place in early July on Matala’s main beach. The exact dates will be announced and updated closer to the event.
But the Matala Beach Festival is not just about the music; it’s a celebration of unity, freedom, and the indomitable spirit of human connection. It’s a place where strangers become friends, where barriers are broken, and where love and acceptance reign supreme.
The Matala Beach Festival is one of Europe’s biggest free music festivals.
In June 2011 the Festos Municipality threw a festival on the beach to celebrate the launch of the ‘Myth of Matala’ book featuring photos of the hippie cave residents during the 60s & 70s. It was a hippie reunion. 35,000 people heard about it and flocked to Matala beach.
In June 2012 over 58,000 people visited the festival weekend and the word is quickly spreading. It was a huge success as free events which brought together music and arts fans from all generations together on the beach beneath the caves to celebrate peace, love and happiness.
Matala Beach Festival 2013 introduced to 70.000 people the meaning of LIFE! In June 2013, they have invited Harry Keyworth to be the first solo artist to drive the Road To Matala Tour along the original ‘hippie trail’ of the 1960s and 1970s.
Overland from London to Crete in the VW Beetle. The tour culminated in Harry performing on stage at Matala Beach alongside artists including Hugh Cornwell, former frontman of The Stranglers, The Doors Tribute, Janis Joplin Tribute, Locomondo, Pink Floyd Tribute, Tonis Sfinos and many more!
During the Matala Beach Festival, there are several accommodation options available in and around Matala. You can camp for free at Matala campsite. It offers basic services on a large 40,000 m2 area next to Matala beach. It’s a low-cost option with showers, toilets, and hot water, allowing visitors to experience the “Myth of Matalas” like in hippie times in the 60s and 70s. It’s important to note that the campsite offers basic services and may have limited capacity, so it’s advisable to arrive early to secure a spot.
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Chania Rock Festival is one of the most significant rock and metal music festivals in Greece.
Since 2002, the Chania Rock Festival has presented the best of the best in metal on stage in Chania, Crete. From the Greek rock scene to the international rockstars, if you like to headbang and jam out to metal, then the Chania Rock Festival is the music festival in Greece you’ve been searching for to live it up with fellow metal fans.
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