Crete sea Fishing
Best 5 Sea-Fishing Locations in Crete (with seasons, maps, charters & gear) Shore & boat tips · ethical fishing reminder: respect local rules & MPAs; release breeding fish when possible. 1) Chania – Old Harbor, Theodorou & Kolymbari Shore spinning Light/slow jigging Trolling Bottom fishing What you can catch & seasons European Barracuda – active year-round; best late summer → autumn, still good in Oct–Nov. Amberjack – peak late spring to mid-summer (Med spawning around Jun–Jul); deeper reefs, wrecks. Dentex – late spring through autumn on rough ground/reefs. Plus grouper, bonito/little tunny, gilthead bream, sea bass ...