Location
The area around the villa
Ravdoucha took the name for the Greek name Ravdi, that means that the weather Ravdizei (affects a lot) all the area. The villa is located 0.5 km away from the Ravdoucha Village centre, 1.3 km from the sea and about 4 km from the national road. The nearby beach has some Greek fish tavernas, a traditional small Greek Church and also a small fishing port. In addition, the area is suitable for hiking and it is very safe. Ravdoucha is located near the towns of Kissamos and Kolymbari with banks, supermarkets, pharmacies, health centre, restaurants, beaches and harbour. Shortly away is Platanias, the entertainment centre of the prefecture of Chania. Platanias is the heart of night-life in Chania and probably the best in Crete, with plenty of night clubs and restaurants of various nationalities. Here you can savour besides the traditional Greek cuisine and fresh fish, the Mexican, Indian, Chinese, Italian and international gourmet cuisine. In addition, on foot, you could access the nearby village of Rodopos with its Roman column and a Byzantine church.
More about the area
When you drive the zig-zag road down from the village you have two options. Right takes you to two excellent tavernas and a small harbor not really suitable for swimming. The less inviting (rough) track takes you to a small cove with another great taverna, a bit of camping space, and good swimming. Watch the rock-pools though, they are very, very slippery! This small cove is super, as safe as any pond can be, and gives access to the sea if you prefer to be a he-man or her-woman ‘gung ho!’ type. The very shallow rock pools on the right here are very, very slippery on bare feet – if you want to paddle there keep your beach. The Village is quite fond of Cretans and especially to discerning foodies as here you will find two delicious tavernas hidden in the olive groves and below the amazing, wild rocks and just steps away from Ravdoucha Beach.
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Beaches
The beachfront of ravdoucha is located about 21km west of chania, very close to ravdoucha village on the west coasts of peninsula rodopos.
The nearest beach from the villa is Ravdoucha beach which is an unorganised beach only a four minute drive from the villa.
It is a pebble beach with beautiful rock formations, and is ideal for snorkelling. Along the beach, it is also possible to visit the picturesque church of Saint Onoufrios, built into a rock next to the sea.
The nearest organised beach is Kolymbari Beach which is mainly sandy with big pebbles at parts.
The water is not too deep and it offers umbrellas and sunbeds, showers, lifeguard, water sports, cafe, snacks, tavernas and restaurants.
From the beach you can see the Thodorou islet, a preservation area of the Cretan wild goat widely known as Kri-kri.
The landscape of the area is magnificent, with steep mountains, wild rocks and olive groves. The area has several small bays with pebbles and beautiful rock formations. The sea is often affected by the west winds and is ideal for snorkelling. Also in Ravdoucha there are a few, but famous fish taverns and some basic touristic facilities. There are no umbrellas, but you can find shade under the trees on the beach.
Access to Ravdoucha is possible by car, via a paved road in good condition from Chania – Kisamos highway. The village is built on an elevated position overlooking the sea. On the way to the beach you’ll meet the cavernous chapels of St Marina and St Onoufrios, that is worth taking photos from.
The northmost beach of the area is called Neratzia after a small tavern with the same name. It is a sandy quiet beach with a small pier on the side, used a small harbour.
Your holiday tips
WE WILL MAKE SUGGESTIONS AND PROVIDE INFORMATION ON LOCAL PLACES INTEREST YOU MAY WISH TO VISIT.
Such as beaches and sightseeing spots and “out of the box” advice on each one.
We will also provide you with directions to nearby restaurants, traditional taverns, supermarkets, bakeries, fishmongers and butchers plus a variety of selected services to ensure you have a pleasant stay.
Ravdoucha Village is one of the most beautiful and traditional places in Rodopos Peninsula, in Chania, West Crete.
The nearest organised beach is Kolymbari Beach which is mainly sandy with big pebbles at parts.
The water is not too deep and it offers umbrellas and sunbeds, showers, lifeguard, water sports, cafe, snacks, tavernas and restaurants.
From the beach you can see the Thodorou islet, a preservation area of the Cretan wild goat widely known as Kri-kri.
The landscape of the area is magnificent, with steep mountains, wild rocks and olive groves. The area has several small bays with pebbles and beautiful rock formations. The sea is often affected by the west winds and is ideal for snorkelling. Also in Ravdoucha there are a few, but famous fish taverns and some basic touristic facilities. There are no umbrellas, but you can find shade under the trees on the beach.
Access to Ravdoucha is possible by car, via a paved road in good condition from Chania – Kisamos highway. The village is built on an elevated position overlooking the sea. On the way to the beach you’ll meet the cavernous chapels of St Marina and St Onoufrios, that is worth taking photos from.
The northmost beach of the area is called Neratzia after a small tavern with the same name. It is a sandy quiet beach with a small pier on the side, used a small harbour.
Owner’s tips:
Places to visit close to us
- If you love adventure
- If you love pristine nature
- If you love tranquillity
- If you love hiking
- If you love isolated beaches
Then follow us!
What you will need:
- Car (preferably jeep 4×4)
- Portable car fridge
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach mats
- Hiking or walking shoes
- Hat, sunglasses and swimsuit
- Sunscreen plenty of water and light food
Distances & Directions
- Chania International Airport: 50.4 km – 51 (min)
- Heraklion International Airport N. Kazantzakis: 170.3 km – 143 (min)
- Heraklion port: 169.6 km – 146 (min)
- Souda port: 38 km – 37 (min)
- Chania city: 32.2 km – 39 (min)
- Rethymno city: 88.3 km – 85 (min)
- Ravdoucha beach: 1.9 km – 5 (min)
- Super market: 8.4 km – 17 (min)
- Minimarket: 11.7 km – 20 (min)
- Bakery: 9.5 km – 15 (min)
- Butcher: 9.7 km – 15 (min)
- Fresh fish: 10.4 km – 17 (min)
Afrata
A picturesque cove with pebbles, located 3,5 km north of Kolymvari, there you will find Ellinospilio, an important monument of the Neolithic and Late Minoan period (found human and animal bones from the Stone Age, rare material).
A small tavern will offer food and water. Here let the underwater diving.
An interesting change in our lives verger.
Gorge Deliana
Gorge Deliana starts from the Deliana village and ends at Mesaflia Paleochora.
Has a length of about 3 km and is easily accessible even for children, and the journey takes ale – ret our, one (1) hour.
Best time to visit Spring, where the vegetation at the peak and the water in the river flows.
Feature of the gorge is the dense vegetation with trees and chestnut trees.
Taverns await with Cretan traditional food in the village and Deliana Panethymos.
Saint John Gkionas
About 6 km from the Rhodope village in the middle of the way to St. Paul found the famous monastery of St. John the Giona. The famous and popular festival every year on August 29, with crowds around 4,000 to 8,000 thousand people, with overnight feast, food and plenty of wine in honor of the saint.
In front of the church and found the mythical tree, where the miraculous intervention after the leaves come out upside down, i.e. with the fluff up.
Strange natural phenomenon.
Saint Paul
Starting from the Rhodope village about 12 km bad dirt road, we reach the ruined abbey of St. Paul. The magnificent scenery, the route difficult, but the magic of the landscape as reward enough.
From single to agiografimata and fingerprints of pirates and Venetians we see a wonderful bay, quiet, isolated, with crystal clear waters.
Ideal choice for an enjoyable and relaxing bath.
Elia Vounon
The oldest olive tree in the world, aged about 3,000 years, is located on mute, & 9 a clear proof of the relationship of local residents with olives from centuries ago. Rare attraction, wah visitors from all over the world, numbering around 20,000 per year. Next to the olive, a carefully museum gives information from the collection of olives and to prepare the most valuable product of Crete, pure olive oil.
From the branches of this tree olive crowned the Olympic Athens 2004.
I think that you should not miss to visit.
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- Cretan Hospitality
- Particular & Unique
- Home Atmosphere
- Comfort & Luxury
- Excellent Location
