SPILIES BEACH

 

Spilies  is located 15km east of Rethymnon city. It is quite unknown to most visitors, though it is very close to the highway that connects Heraklion and Rethymno. It is formed in a small rocky bay with a pebbly beach and crystal clear deep waters, protected by vertical cliffs. Characteristic of the cove are the beautiful cavernous rocks that protect the small beach on the west. 

Beyond the west and the east end of the beach, there are several sea caves and rocks with amazing formations. These caves are very important for species such as the endangered Mediterranean monk seal. A great idea is to explore the rocky shores east of the beach and walk to the amazing natural rocky arch of Geropotamos.

On the beach there are some umbrellas and beds and a small canteen; that’s all! The only problem here might be waves, due to common north winds.