Fodele is a small village built in the hills a couple of miles from the sea. Fodele lies between the towns of Heraklion and Rethymnon and is surrounded by tall plane trees, orange groves and orchards. It has lovely views over the bay which is bordered by a sandy beach. Fodele is a quiet village with a number of interesting buildings, including the El Greco house and museum. Next to the square is a shady park with a river running through.
The most popular time to visit Fodele is in the summer. The season extends from March to October when the temperature range is from 25-38 degrees. There are public buses to the towns and there are many opportunities for excursions to some of the ancient sites as well as boat trips to Spinalonga and even to Santorini.
Fodele is popular with those looking for peace and relaxation in a picturesque environment. It offers a relaxing break from the rigours of life, in a village where the pace of life is far removed from the 20th century overdrive that many of us experience. It affords the opportunity to savour the natural beauty of the countryside and the food and
the traditional lifestyle of its people. Fodele’s nightlife can only be described as understated.
