Back to newsA magnitude 2.8 earthquake occurred in the Aegean Sea, approximately 14 kilometers north of Rethymno on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 01:45 am local time. The tremor was classified as weak and caused no reported damage or disruptions to residents or visitor infrastructure. Crete is located in a seismically active region due to its proximity to tectonic plate boundaries. Small-magnitude earthquakes like this are relatively common in the Aegean and are not considered a threat to tourists. Visitors to Rethymno and surrounding areas should experience no impact from this minor seismic activity.
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Minor Earthquake Recorded North of Rethymno
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