Crete & Chania

Sun-seekers, surfers, divers, culture lovers, foodies, cyclists, hikers and nature lovers – Crete has something for everyone. Thanks to its diverse landscapes, Greece’s largest island has something for everyone. In spring, you can swim in the warm Mediterranean on the coasts and see the snow-capped peaks of the White Mountains inland. Visitors can expect sun and warmth, hospitality, unspoiled nature and the oldest civilization in Europe.

In Greek mythology, Crete is considered the birthplace of Zeus. It was here that he brought the princess Europa ashore in the form of a bull and created the Minoans with her. They left behind the ancient buildings in Knossos, Malia, Kato Zakros and Faistos – popular excursion destinations for lovers of ancient cultures. The most important finds of the Minoan culture can be found today
in the Archaeological Museum in Heraklion

The clean waters of the Mediterranean, fine-grained sandy beaches and some still completely untouched bathing bays surround the coasts of Crete. Inland, olive groves, wild gorges and mountain ranges fascinate hikers and nature lovers. Thanks to the mild climate, Crete is a popular vacation destination all year round.

Chania on the north coast of Crete is the second largest city on the island. The old town has been lovingly restored in recent years. The heart of the old town is the wide Venetian harbor with its old lighthouse. The well-preserved buildings from the time of Ottoman rule also give the old town an oriental flair. Here you can take a leisurely stroll and discover something new around every corner of the narrow streets before stopping for refreshments in one of the many cafés or restaurants.

Chania offers visitors a wide variety of options: Museums, sightseeing, fine sandy beaches, good restaurants and a charming hinterland. The White Mountains, whose peaks rise a few kilometers south of the city, are omnipresent.

Chania is the only city on the Island that has been continuously inhabited since the Minoans.
Minoans, Venetians, Ottomans and the past as the capital of the then autonomous island have left their mark on the cityscape. The result is a lively city that confidently deals with its ancient heritage and maintains the old buildings, but also has modern stores, a city park, restaurants and museums. Here you will find branches of international fashion companies as well as original handicrafts. This mixture of seaside resort and gateway to the highest peaks, antiquity and modernity, seclusion and bustling old town life is what makes the city so special.