Best Heraklion Beaches - Page 4
Sarantari beach
SandyLocation: 26 km east of Heraklion Town
Description: One of many beaches to the east of Hersonissos, Sarantari is known for the 10-metre tall cliff face that one must descend to swim here.
Skouros beach
Non-Organized, Sandy, PebbledDescription: The pristine Skouros is located in the area of Viannos, right after the small port of Kastri. It is not organized and boasts transparent azure waters surrounded by a verdant landscape.
Stena beach
Secluded, Non-Organized, PebbledLocation: 70 km southwest of Heraklion Town
Description: The secluded Stena lies in a location of great natural beauty. It is not organized, so you will need to bring your own equipment.
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Theseus beach
Partly-Organized, PebbledLocation: 23 km northwest of Heraklion Town
Description: Theseus is a unique beach in Crete, as it lies at the bottom of a steep downhill zigzag.
Trachoulas beach
Secluded, Non-Organized, PebbledDescription: Trachoulas Beach is a charming shore, ideal for a relaxing and blissful swim. The beach is covered in dark sand and fine pebbles, while the water is deep and crystal clear.
Tripiti beach
Non-Organized, PebbledLocation: 74 km southwest of Heraklion Town
Description: Tripiti is a non-organized pebbly beach with pristine waters that is quite popular with the locals.
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Voidomatis beach
Secluded, Non-Organized, SandyLocation: 58 km south of Heraklion Town
Description: Voidomatis is a pristine beach fringed by the steep southern slopes of the Asterousia Mountains. Besides its azure waters, what makes it stand out is the existence of a huge underwater cave.