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Split into two, you’re well and truly getting the best of both worlds at this Greek resort. The ancient village of Pano Gouves is built into the side of Mount Ederi with its whitewashed churches, while Kato Gouves is situated along the coast and boasts a wealth of cosy tavernas and waterfront bars. Plus, on either side you have the island’s biggest resort, Hersonissos and Crete’s capital Heraklion no longer than 20 minutes away.

It’s the perfect getaway to soak up peaceful Greece in its traditional form and its Blue Flag awarded beach isn’t too shabby either. April through until October are the best months to visit with the temperature rarely dipping below 20ºC.

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Euro Currency Euro
Greek Language Greek
GMT +3.00 hrs Time Zone GMT +3.00 hrs
3hrs 45min Avg. Flight Time 3hrs 45min
June - September Peak Travel June - September
£2.20 Price of a pint £2.20
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Food and drink in Gouves

The food alone is a great excuse to escape to Crete, particularly Gouves where the authentic cheese pie, formally known as ‘sarikopitakia‘ and dakos which is the Cretan answer to bruschetta are served at a high standard. Fun fact, most restaurants will offer grapes/fruit or a small dessert free of charge at the end of your meal. And did you know that olive oil is like...more

Best beaches in Gouves

This well organised stretch is at the foothill of the Ederi Mountain, meaning it can be admired from up high as well as directly on the sand. Impressing guests with its idyllic sun-soaked shores covered with sunloungers and umbrellas in preparation for those sizzling days, it’s the ultimate sun trap. Boasting showers, lifeguard supervision, changing rooms and backed by...more

Things to do in Gouves

If you’re happy enjoying the laid-back ambience Gouves is renowned for, then there’s no need to leave the resort centre. With snorkelling adventures, hiking routes up Ederi and cosy cocktail spots, it really does have that get-away-from-it-all vibe. 

 

Day trips to Heraklion

 

Make your way to the fifth largest city in Greece – after all, it’s only 20...more