Western Coast Scenic Drive: Rethymno, Georgioupoli and Lake Kournas
Chania east along the coast to Georgioupoli, the freshwater Lake Kournas, the springs of Argyroupoli and the Venetian old town of Rethymno. A gentle full-day scenic drive in western Crete from getcarhire.com

1. Chania
Start point. Join the E75 National Road heading east for Rethymno.

2. Georgioupoli
A riverside town where the Almyros meets the sea, with a long sandy beach and a famous chapel on a causeway.

3. Lake Kournas
The only freshwater lake in Crete, ringed by hills, with pedal boats and lakeside tavernas.

4. Argyroupoli
A green spring-village built on ancient Lappa, with Roman remains and cool waterfalls. A self-drive bonus.

5. Rethymno Old Town
A beautiful Venetian old town crowned by the great Fortezza fortress, with a charming harbour.

Western Coast Scenic Drive Route