Plaki�s
Greece · CreteGR
Settlement in Greece
Plakias is a village on the south coast of the Greek island of Crete, in the Rethymno regional unit, about 21 kilometres south of the city of Rethymno. It is part of the municipality Agios Vasileios, and of the municipal unit Foinikas. It is surrounded by mountains to the north and the Libyan Sea to the south.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 143
- Coordinates
- 35.192, 24.393
- Timezone
- Europe/Athens
- Elevation
- 15 m
Overview of Plaki�s
Plaki�s is the kind of tiny locality you find in Crete, Greece. Around 143 people live here. And it shows in how much there is to see. The local offer centres on nature. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Plaki�s
Nature in Plaki�s
(1)The nature shortlist for Plaki�s: Islands. It is a direct read of Plaki�s's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Plaki�s
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
Getting there & around
Plaki�s rewards a slow approach — a hub in Crete, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Europe/Athens on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Plaki�s that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Plaki�s known for?
- Travellers associate Plaki�s with nature. It sits in Crete, Greece and counts about 143 residents.
- What can you do in Plaki�s?
- Plaki�s is tagged with Islands, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Plaki�s?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
- Where is Plaki�s located?
- Plaki�s belongs to Crete, Greece, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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