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Agios Pavlos Village

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Agios Pavlos is a picturesque village located on a serene cove, which can be easily accessed via an asphalt road from Rethymno, situated about 60 km away. The village boasts of small hotels, taverns, and a café/bar right beside the beach, making it an ideal destination for tourists seeking a peaceful retreat.

To the west of Agios Pavlos lies Alatsogremni, which is famous for its dunes that lead down to the crystal-clear turquoise waters. The dunes are a sight to behold, especially during sunset when the sand takes on a golden hue, creating a surreal atmosphere.

Between the beach at Agios Pavlos and the Dunes lies Apoplystra, which is known for its unique rock formations. Visitors can climb up a wooden staircase from the beach to witness the mesmerizing sight of rocks sculpted by salt water in various shapes and colors. The landscape of Agios Pavlos, Alatsogremni, and Apoplystra is a natural wonder that must be experienced firsthand to appreciate its beauty.

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Most frequent asked questions

Where is Agios Pavlos located?

Agios Pavlos is a village situated on an idyllic cove, about 60 km from Rethymno.

How can Agios Pavlos be reached?

Agios Pavlos can be easily reached on an asphalt road.

What amenities are available in Agios Pavlos?

There are small hotels, taverns, and a café/bar right beside the beach in Agios Pavlos.

What is Alatsogremni?

Alatsogremni is a location west of Agios Pavlos that is home to the famous dunes of Agios Pavlos.

What are the dunes of Agios Pavlos?

The dunes of Agios Pavlos are impressive high dunes that lead down to crystal clear, turquoise waters.

What is the landscape like in Agios Pavlos?

The landscape in Agios Pavlos is of unbeatable natural beauty that must be seen in order to be appreciated.

When is the best time to see the sand take on a golden hue in Agios Pavlos?

The sand takes on a golden hue at sunset in Agios Pavlos.

What is Apoplystra?

Apoplystra is a location between the beach at Agios Pavlos and the Dunes that has unique rock formations.

What can be seen by climbing up a wooden staircase from the beach in Apoplystra?

By climbing up a wooden staircase from the beach in Apoplystra, one can see rocks sculpted by salt water in myriad shapes and entrancing colours.

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