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Car Rental in Agia Pelagia, Crete
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Agia Pelagia is a sheltered resort tucked into a horseshoe bay just north-west of Heraklion — calm, swimmable water close to the airport, yet within easy reach of Knossos and the El Greco village of Fodele. A car opens up the quieter neighbouring coves and the sights inland.
Quick pickup at Heraklion Airport (HER), about 23 km east, or hotel delivery to Agia Pelagia for a small fee.
Driving distances to Agia Pelagia
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Beaches near Agia Pelagia
- Agia Pelagia
- Mononaftis
- Ligaria
- Psaromoura
What to see by car
- Knossos Palace
- Heraklion Archaeological Museum
- Fodele (El Greco village)
- Bali coves
The descent into the bay is steep with tight bends and limited parking in high season — arrive early, or use your hotel's parking and walk down to the beach.
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