Best Heraklion Beaches - Page 2
Keratokambos beach
Partly-Organized, Sandy, SecludedLocation: 70 km south of Heraklion Town
Description: A secluded resort on the southern side of Crete, Keratokambos is a great choice for quiet vacations.
Kokkinos Pyrgos beach
Sandy, Family Friendly, Non-OrganizedLocation: 67 km southwest of Heraklion Town
Description: Close to the popular resort of Tymbaki stretches Kokkinos Pyrgos, a long sandy beach with a few tourist facilities.
Komos beach
Partly-Organized, SandyLocation: 67 km southwest of Heraklion Town
Description: Komos is a long, secluded beach around 2 km from the busy resort of Matala. Part of the beach lies right in front of the archaeological site of Komos, while the northern part is a popular spot for nudism.
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Paleokastro beach
Pebbled, Secluded, Non-OrganizedLocation: 15 km northwest of Heraklion Town
Description: Paleokastro is a small, secluded beach on the way from Heraklion Town to Agia Pelagia. Surrounded by huge rocks, this beach is protected by strong winds.
Psari Forada beach
Sandy, Secluded, Non-OrganizedLocation: 88 km southeast of Heraklion Town
Description: Psari Forada is a calm beach on the southern side of Crete. Not much developed or crowded, Psari Forada is a lovely family resort.
Sidonia beach
Sandy, Secluded, Non-OrganizedLocation: 90 km south of Heraklion Town
Description: A quiet beach on the southern side of Crete, Sidonia is located right next to the family resort of Psari Forada.
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Tertsa beach
Pebbled, Secluded, Non-OrganizedLocation: 88 km southeast of Heraklion Town
Description: Tertsa is a quiet beach between Psari Forada and Myrtos. The beach is not organized but has some tourist facilities above it.
Treis Ekklisies beach
Family Friendly, Pebbled, Secluded, Non-OrganizedLocation: 65 km south of Heraklion Town
Description: Located on the southern side of Crete, Treis Ekklisies is a secluded resort accessible through a track road.
Vathi beach
Sandy, Secluded, Non-OrganizedLocation: 80 km southwest of Heraklion Town
Description: Vathi is a secluded and unorganized beach a few kilometers from Matala. It can be reached through a track road from Sivas.
Linoperamata beach
Sandy, Non-OrganizedLocation: 7 km west of Heraklion Town
Description: This is a long, sandy shore next to the popular resort of Ammoudara.
Messara Gulf beach
Location: 7 km southwest of Heraklion Town
Description: The Gulf of Messara is located on the southwestern side of Heraklion Crete and comprises lovely beaches, such as Matala, Kalamaki and Komos.
Diskos beach
Nudism-Friendly, Secluded, SandyDescription: Diskos is a shore preferred by nudists and naturists. The sandy coast and the crystal-clear blue waters compose a lovely atmosphere, ideal for a relaxing, refreshing swim.
Afrathias beach
Partly-Organized, SandyDescription: Afrathias Beach is a sandy and partially organized shore. The wildlife in the area is truly remarkable, as it is a vital location for immigrating birds and Caretta-caretta turtles.
Agios Antonios beach
Secluded, Non-OrganizedDescription: Agios Antonios is a rockbound, secluded shore with a tranquil ambiance. It is not organized and no tourist amenities are found within walking distance.
Agios Nikitas beach
Secluded, Non-Organized, PebbledDescription: Agios Nikitas is a pebbly shore on the eastern side of the Asterousia Mountains. It is an ideal choice for isolation and relaxation.
Anissaras beach
Well-Organized, SandyDescription: Anissaras is suitable for all kinds of swimmers, be they fans of snorkeling, watersports, or laying a towel down on the sand and sunbathing. It also hides the remains of an ancient mine at its eastern end.
Aposelemis beach
Non-Organized, SandyLocation: 22 km east of Heraklion Town
Description: Aposelemis is situated at the mouth of a river, which grants it a lush green environment that forms a small wildlife refuge. Watersports are popular here, owing to the strong northern winds.
Arena beach
Well-Organized, Watersports, SandyLocation: 10 km east of Heraklion Town
Description: Arena is a calm sandy beach that serves as a relaxing reward for those willing to leave the motorway and drive on the old National Road instead.
Arvi beach
Partly-Organized, Sandy, PebbledLocation: 78 km southeast of Heraklion Town
Description: Arvi is a long coast with crystal-clear, shallow waters. The shore is organized and the area provides a variety of taverns, restaurants, and shops.
Elygia beach
Secluded, Non-Organized, Sandy, PebbledLocation: 72 km south of Heraklion Town
Description: Elygia Beach is a small, secluded shore located east of Agios Ioannis settlement. It’s a charming alternative for those who prefer to avoid large crowds.
Fylakes beach
Non-Organized, SandyLocation: 24 km east of Heraklion Town
Description: Fylakes feels like a slice of the Caribbean misplaced in Crete, and its seclusion offers an unrivaled sense of calm.