Village
Margarites
Rethymno, Crete
About Margarites
Margarites, about 27 km from Rethymno, is known for its ceramic workshops, which continue a pottery tradition documented in the area for centuries.
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More to see around Rethymno
VillageAnogia
A mountain village on the slopes of Psiloritis, known for weaving and Cretan music.
AttractionFortezza of Rethymno
The Venetian fortress on the Paleokastro hill above Rethymno old town.
BeachPreveli Beach
A palm-lined river mouth beach on the south coast of Rethymno, at the exit of the Kourtaliotiko Gorge.
AttractionArkadi Monastery
A 16th-century monastery south-east of Rethymno and a national monument of the Cretan struggle for independence.
Information source: Region of Crete official tourism portal · last checked 16/09/2026
Good to know
- Is Margarites worth visiting?
- Margarites is one of the village highlights we list in Crete. This page covers what to know before you go and which restaurants are nearby.
- Where can I eat near Margarites?
- Nearby restaurants are listed on this page. Those already on Woltaro can be booked online; the others are shown for reference with their address and map location.
- When is the best time to visit Margarites?
- Shoulder season, late spring and early autumn, is generally quieter and cooler than midsummer, when popular spots in Crete are busiest around midday.
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