Overview
Ierapetra is the southernmost city in Europe, facing the African coast across the Mediterranean. It boasts the smoothest, almost rainless weather on the continent with temperatures rarely dropping below 12°C year-round.
Beach · Budget Travel · Day Trips · History · Nature
Before you go
Activities
Day trips to Chrysi island (15 km offshore) by boat, hiking gorges like Sarakinas (1.5 km) and Orino (5 km), or visiting the Thrypti mountain range.
Food
Try local raki (grape spirit) with meze at tavernas and kafeneio. The old Kato Mera quarter has cafes, bars, and traditional restaurants.
Transport
No public transport exists. Rent a bike for the flat city centre or a car to explore surrounding gorges, beaches, and mountain villages.
Weather
Ierapetra has Europe's smoothest weather with temperatures rarely below 12°C year-round. July-August reach 32°C with almost no rain. January is wettest with 108 mm rainfall.
