Paleochora, also known as Paliochora, a seaside town of 2500 inhabitants, is located on the southwest coast of Crete, 75 km from Chania. Set on a small peninsula between two picturesque bays, they make it an ideal destination for your summer vacation.
In the western gulf is the port, the continuation of which is the famous beach of Pachia Ammos. The beach, which for years has deservedly won the blue flag, receives thousands of visitors during the summer months.
In the eastern bay the landscape changes radically, with pebbles and rocks dominating.
On the opposite side, the White Mountains and the famous Sfakia dominate. The pier serves the ferry connections to Sougia, Agia Roumeli, Loutro, Chora ton Sfakion, Gavdos and Elafonissi.
There are also the European trails E4 and E1 for hiking enthusiasts, as well as wonderful gorges and many beaches around Paleochora, which can be discovered by exploring the area.
Paleochora, with its multitude of options, can satisfy even the most demanding visitor during his vacation.
How to get there:...
Paleochora lies 75 kilometres south of the city of Chania.
-From Chania "by bus": In the summertime, there are four buses a day from Chania to Paleochora. You can find information about bus schedules here. The trip takes about
90 minutes.
-From Chania "by car or taxi": The drive is about 70 minutes.
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