Top 2 Castles in Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ρεθύμνης
A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 2
beautiful castles to choose from in Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ρεθύμνης. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: July 30, 2026
Fortezza of Rethymno
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Rethymno Old Town and the Fortezza Fortress
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Alcove Tower, Rethymno Fortress
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It is an example of Renaissance military architecture and served as a watchtower and defensive structure.
The name „Alkoven“ is likely derived from the Italian word „alcova“ (German: Alkoven), which suggests a niche-like structure or a retreat. Alternatively, the name could originate from the Arabic word „al-qubba“ (dome), alluding to the tower's shape.
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View of Rethymno's Fortezza
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Bonripari Fortress Ruins
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Beautiful view of the sea, the old town is less visible
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The tower was built in the 16th century during the Venetian rule (1204–1669). It is an example of Renaissance military architecture and served as a watchtower and defensive structure. The name „Alkoven“ is likely derived from the Italian word „alcova“ (German: Alkoven), which suggests a niche-like structure or a retreat. Alternatively, the name could originate from the Arabic word „al-qubba“ (dome), alluding to the tower's shape.
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The Monument to the Emigrants from Rethymno (literally: Mnimío Apodímon Rethymniotón) 🌍✈️ is an important symbol of the history and emotional connection of the people of Rethymno to the Cretan diaspora. It honors the numerous Cretans who left their homeland in the 19th and 20th centuries for economic or political reasons to start a new life in distant lands such as America, Australia, Germany, or South Africa.
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Bonripári is an old Venetian fortress, but was built by the Genoese pirate Enrico Pescatore, who stayed on the island between 1206 and 1210 before the Venetians returned. Within the fortress complex, you can still see the ruins of other buildings. It's a wonderful place; if you take a little time, you can observe various animals (including snakes), and wild cyclamen and autumn crocus grow there, among many other plants.
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Admission per family 10 euros and four alone. But it's really worth it, because there's a lot to discover
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Located directly on the promenade near the fortress
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Rethymno is a port city in the north of the Greek island of Crete. It is the third largest city on the island after Heraklion and Chania and, as a municipality of the same name, forms the center of the regional district of Rethymno. Wikipedia
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The building was built for the Turkish administration in the 19th century.
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