Heraklion Paleokastro beach

General information

The beach of Paleokastro stretches 15 km northwest of Heraklion Town, under the shadow of an old Venetian castle. It is one of the finest beaches on the northern coast of Crete, as it boasts amazing azure waters that are sheltered from the northern winds. Part of the beach is pebbly, while another part is sandy. It is not well-organized, but there are some seaside taverns, as well as accommodation facilities in the surrounding area. Thanks to its underwater rocks, Paleokastro is a great spot for snorkeling.

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In front of the beach, you can see a Venetian lime kiln, which has been restored to its original form, while, on the hill overlooking the beach, you can still see the ruins of the Venetian fort. Its main gate is truly unique, as part of it has been chiseled out of the rocks.

Within 500 meters from the beach, you will find the entrance to Paleokastro Gorge, which is easily accessible as there is a country road running through it. Here, you will also find some mostly unexplored caves where fragments of ancient pottery have been discovered.