Spili
Σπήλι
A mountain village along the main north-south road. In the village centre, a row of 25 Venetian lion-head fountains runs with mountain spring water, and the stone-paved alleys and cafés are good for a break.
Spili sits on the main road from Rethymno to Agia Galini and the south coast, at an elevation of about 430 metres, so it is cooler than the coast. The village is best known for its long row of Venetian-era lion-head fountains. The water is cool and safe to drink, and visitors often fill their bottles here. The village has craft shops, small stores selling honey and herbs, and several well-reviewed Cretan restaurants. Entry is free, and a stop of 30 to 60 minutes is enough. It is about 30 km from Rethymno and makes a good stop on a day trip to Preveli or Agia Galini.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Kourtaliotiko Gorge
- Kato Preveli Monastery
- Preveli Beach
- Triopetra Beach
- Preveli Monastery
- Agios Pavlos Beach
- Ammoudi Beach (Plakias)
- Schinaria Beach