{"id":52292,"date":"2025-09-11T12:21:28","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T10:21:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/?p=52292"},"modified":"2026-03-30T13:18:00","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T11:18:00","slug":"crete-beaches","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/crete-beaches\/","title":{"rendered":"Crete beaches: The 55 most beautiful swimming spots"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">From fine sand to coarse gravel &#8211; the <strong>Beaches of Crete<\/strong> offer something for every taste and attract beach holidaymakers from all over Europe, and there are opportunities to refresh yourself in the deep blue Aegean Sea all over the island.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><span style=\"color: #00aad9;\">\u00bbThe beaches of Crete shimmer in the most beautiful colors and so the coast of the island presents itself like a treasure trove full of sparkling beach jewels.\u00ab<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28256\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28256\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28256\" title=\"Kreta sch\u00f6ne Str\u00e4nde Preveli Stein am Meer\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Kreta-schoene-Straende-Preveli-Stein-am-Meer.jpg\" alt=\"Kreta sch\u00f6ne Str\u00e4nde Preveli Stein am Meer\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28256\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Crete&#8217;s beaches delight young and old<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">With over 1,000 km of coastline, Greece&#8217;s largest island offers an amazing selection of dreamy beaches, paradisiacal bays and impressive coastal formations. However, many of the popular <strong>bathing spots of Crete<\/strong> are in July and August sometimes hopelessly overcrowded.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you are not necessarily in Crete in the middle of summer, you have the chance to see the most beautiful beaches of the island in a different light without the crowds. Plus point for Crete: Due to the size of the island, individualists in the south and east always find a stretch of beach where they are almost alone.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In this article, we will introduce you to the <strong>most popular Crete beaches<\/strong> and also show you our personal favorites, including some insider tips that we discovered during our stay in Crete:<\/p>\n<div class=\"gm-maps-promo\"><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__content\"><strong class=\"gm-maps-promo__title\">Our Crete tips on Google Maps<\/strong><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__text\">Skip hours of research and get our Crete Map with 710+ spots:<br><br>\ud83c\udfd6\ufe0f Dream beaches &amp; hidden bays<br>\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Restaurants, tavernas &amp; caf\u00e9s<br>\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f Must-see highlights &amp; ancient sites<br>\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Worthwhile spots &amp; insider tips<br>\ud83d\ude98 Practical info like rentals &amp; parking<br>\u267e\ufe0f Lifetime access &amp; updates<\/div><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__button-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/produkt\/crete-map\/\" class=\"gm-maps-promo__button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">To Crete Map \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Kreta-Sehenswuerdigkeiten-Google-Maps-Smartphone.png\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\"><\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Where are the most beautiful beaches in Crete?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The question of the <strong>most beautiful beaches in Crete<\/strong> is of course very subjective. The most popular sandy beaches for holidaymakers are located in the west at <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/chania-crete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chania<\/a> and in the north at <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/rethymno-crete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rethymno<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/heraklion-crete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Heraklion<\/a>. Individualists will find their dream beaches in the south and east of Crete. Some of Crete&#8217;s beaches are so beautiful that they are considered typical postcard motifs of the island.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_18539\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18539\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18539\" title=\"Balos Strand Gramvousa Halbinsel Kreta\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Balos-Strand-Gramvousa-Halbinsel-Kreta.jpg\" alt=\"Balos Strand Gramvousa Halbinsel Kreta\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18539\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Dune landscape of Balos<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In the west of Crete, is <strong>Balos Beach<\/strong> with a picturesque lagoon and an offshore island &#8211; a truly tropical backdrop and for us personally one of the most beautiful beaches in Crete. In the far southwest, Elafonisi Beach with its characteristic pink sand is the beach magnet par excellence.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28275\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28275\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28275\" title=\"kreta massentourismus vai strand\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/kreta-massentourismus-vai-strand.jpg\" alt=\"kreta massentourismus vai strand\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28275\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Vai Beach in August<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In the north, on the other hand, Voulisma and the <strong>Bay of Seitan Limania<\/strong> with its milk-blue sea. The latter is one of the most beautiful bays in Crete because of its striking shape. It gets really exotic in the east, Vai Beach is located at the outermost tip and impresses with a huge palm forest in the background.<\/p>\n<h2>The 15 most popular beaches in Crete<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Below we have compiled the most popular Crete beaches according to holidaymaker reviews. The beaches are spread all over the island, especially the top 5 are probably part of the standard excursion program of every Crete vacationer. However, the first 10 in summer are not recommended for those seeking peace and quiet.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Elafonisi Beach<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_20499\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-20499\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20499\" title=\"Westkreta Reisefuehrer Elafonisi Strand Rosa Sand\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Westkreta-Reisefuehrer-Elafonisi-Strand-Rosa-Sand.jpg\" alt=\"Westkreta Reisefuehrer Elafonisi Strand Rosa Sand\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-20499\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Elafonisi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Elafonisi Beach<\/strong> is the most popular excursion destination in the southwest. A stretch of coastline like from a lagoon, with pink sandy beaches, turquoise-blue, crystal clear water and an island connected to a dune landscape by a sandbank.<\/p>\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00aad9; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 20px 0; font-family: sans-serif; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #333;\">\u2192 More information about this beach in Crete at: <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/elafonisi-crete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Elafonisi Beach<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Directions and parking Elafonsi<\/strong>: approx. 75 km from Chania, 2 hours continuous drive on asphalt. Parking available (from \u20ac5).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Restaurants at Elafonisi Beach<\/strong>: Beach snack bar by the sea and tavernas in the village above the beach.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Featured hotels near Elafonisi<\/strong> (Booking.com*): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/elafonisi-resort-kalomirakis-family.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Elafonissi Resort*<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/lafo-apts.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Lafo Rooms*<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Excursions to Elafonsi<\/strong> (GetYourGuide*): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.de\/elafonisi-l43171\/?partner_id=NU40SHX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=Kreta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"> To the guided tour to Elafonisi*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>2. Balos Beach<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_19779\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19779\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-19779\" title=\"Balos Kreta Sehenswuerdigkeiten Chania Straende Ausfluege\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Balos-Kreta-Sehenswuerdigkeiten-Chania-Straende-Ausfluege.jpg\" alt=\"Balos Kreta Sehenswuerdigkeiten Chania Straende Ausfluege\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-19779\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Balos<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Balos Beach<\/strong> is a unique natural beauty and one of the most popular <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/crete-attractions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Attractions in Crete<\/a>. The lagoon is huge and the water crystal blue. Reefs and an island lie around it and the sandy beach is snow-white and very fine.<\/p>\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00aad9; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 20px 0; font-family: sans-serif; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #333;\">\u2192 More information about this beach in Crete at: <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/balos-crete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Balos<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Directions and parking Balos<\/strong>: Approx. 56 km from Chania, 1.5 hours drive, of which approx. 8 km gravel road (25 min). Also accessible by boat or hiking trail, limited parking on site.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Restaurants at Balos Beach<\/strong>: Two snack bars on the beach. Local taverns in the area near Kaliviani.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Featured hotels near Balos<\/strong> (Booking.com*): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/balos-beach-akte-mpalos.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Balos Beach Hotel*<\/a>, <a title=\"captain-beach-apartments\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/captain-beach-apartments.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Captains Beach Apartments*<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Excursions to Balos<\/strong> (GetYourGuide*): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.de\/balos-l1841\/?partner_id=NU40SHX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=Kreta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">To the boat trip to Balos*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>3. Preveli Beach<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28257\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28257\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28257\" title=\"Preveli Strand Kreta S\u00fcden Rethymno Urlaub\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Preveli-Strand-Kreta-Sueden-Rethymno-Urlaub.jpg\" alt=\"Preveli Strand Kreta S\u00fcden Rethymno Urlaub\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28257\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Preveli Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The <strong>Preveli Beach<\/strong> is a real oasis. The Megalopotamos River meanders through a gorge, past an avenue of palm trees, and flows into a wide sandy beach. Preveli is always well attended!<\/p>\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00aad9; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 20px 0; font-family: sans-serif; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #333;\">\u2192 More information about this beach in Crete at: <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/preveli-crete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Preveli<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Directions and parking Preveli<\/strong>: Approx. 40 km from Rethymno, 1 hour driving time. Accessible on foot from the parking lot or from the beach of Ammoudi or by boat from Plakias. Free parking above the beach.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Restaurants at Preveli Beach<\/strong>: Snack bar on the beach and tavern in Ammoudi.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Featured hotels near Preveli<\/strong> (Booking.com*): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/the-village-house-kerames.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">The Village House*<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/alianthos-garden.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Alianthos Garden Hotel*<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Excursions to Preveli<\/strong> (GetYourGuide*): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.de\/preveli-l163361\/?partner_id=NU40SHX&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;cmp=Kreta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">To the guided tour to Preveli*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>4. Vai Beach<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23168\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23168\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23168\" title=\"Vai Beach Kreta Sitia Sehenswuerdigkeiten\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Vai-Beach-Kreta-Sitia-Sehenswuerdigkeiten.jpg\" alt=\"Vai Beach Kreta Sitia Sehenswuerdigkeiten\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23168\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Vai Beach: Walk under palm trees<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The <strong>Vai Beach<\/strong> is a stretch of beach with a huge palm grove (partly not accessible), golden sandy beach and crystal clear water. In summer it is very crowded! There are a few quieter Crete beaches nearby, for example Itanos and Erimoupolis.<\/p>\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00aad9; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 20px 0; font-family: sans-serif; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #333;\">\u2192 More information about this beach in Crete at: <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/vai-beach-crete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vai Beach<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Directions and parking Vai beach<\/strong>: Approx. 150 km from Heraklion, 2.5 hours drive. Sufficient paid parking spaces available.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Restaurants at Vai Beach<\/strong>: Overpriced beach bars by the sea and tavernas in the hinterland.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Featured hotels near Vai<\/strong> (Booking.com*): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/onar-palekastro.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Onar*<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/castri-village.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Castri Village*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00aad9; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 20px 0; font-family: sans-serif;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #333;\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Insider tips for Crete:<\/strong> Get our Crete travel guide now and benefit from our experience on site: <a href=\"#guide\">More info<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>5. Falasarna Beach<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28251\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28251\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28251\" title=\"kreta str\u00e4nde falasarna kissamos\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/kreta-straende-falasarna-kissamos.jpg\" alt=\"kreta str\u00e4nde falasarna kissamos\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28251\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Falasarna Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Falasarna Beach<\/strong> is a long stretch of coast in the west with golden sand and small rocky coves. Because of its spaciousness, it is a good recommendation even in summer. The sunsets are breathtaking!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Directions and parking Falasarna<\/strong>: Approx. 60 km from Chania, 1.5 hours drive. Ample parking available.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Restaurants at Falasarna Beach<\/strong>: Several taverns and bars right on the beach.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Featured hotels near Falasarna<\/strong> (Booking.com*): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/falasarna-bay.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Falasarna Bay Hotel*<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/falasarna-village.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Falasarna Village*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00aad9; background: rgba(0, 170, 217, 0.05); padding: 18px 20px; margin: 26px 0; border-radius: 12px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 14px; flex-wrap: wrap;\">\n<div style=\"width: 42px; height: 42px; border-radius: 50%; background: #00aad9; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; margin-top: .2rem;\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\ud83d\ude98<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 220px;\">\n<div style=\"font-size: 17px; line-height: 1.35; margin: 0;\"><strong>Best car rental deals for Crete<\/strong><\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size: 14px; opacity: .9; margin: 6px 0 0;\">\u2713 Weekly rates from \u20ac169 on Crete<br \/>\n\u2713 Full coverage &amp; unlimited mileage included<br \/>\n\u2713 Free cancellation until 24h before pickup<br \/>\n\u2713 Best price guarantee via Discover Cars<\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size: 14px; margin: 6px 0 0;\"><a style=\"text-decoration: underline; text-underline-offset: 2px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/greece-crete?a_aid=GreeceMoments\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"> \u2192 Compare prices now* <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 10px; font-size: 12px; opacity: .75;\">*Partner: Discover Cars<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>6. Seitan Limani Beach<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28259\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28259\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28259\" title=\"Saitan Limania Kreta Str\u00e4nde Empfehlung Ausflug\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Saitan-Limania-Kreta-Straende-Empfehlung-Ausflug.jpg\" alt=\"Saitan Limania Kreta Str\u00e4nde Empfehlung Ausflug\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28259\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Seitan Bay Limania<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Seitan Limani Beach<\/strong> is a mini beach that has a really fascinating, curved and quite secluded bay with milky blue water and steep surrounding cliffs. The sandy beach is very narrow and there is no operator.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Directions and parking Seitan Limani<\/strong>: Approx. 21 km from Chania, 40 minutes by car. Steep driveway, limited parking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Restaurants at Seitan Limani Beach<\/strong>: Canteen on the road to the beach.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Featured hotels near Seitan Limani<\/strong> (Booking.com*): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/youth-of-dope-hostel.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Youth of Dope Hostel*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"gm-maps-promo gm-maps-promo--compact gm-checklist-promo\"><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Sommer-Packliste-Urlaub-Griechenland-Koffer.png\" alt=\"Greece Packing List\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\"><\/div><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__content\"><strong class=\"gm-maps-promo__title\">Greece Packing List \u2013 What Goes in the Suitcase<\/strong><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__text\">Our free packing list for your Greece holiday \u2013 print it out or save it to your phone.<\/div><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__button-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/holiday-checklist-greece\/\" class=\"gm-maps-promo__button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">To the Packing List for Greece \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3>7. Voulisma Beach<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28273\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28273\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28273\" title=\"Voulisma Strand Kreta Istro Agios Nikolaos\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Voulisma-Strand-Kreta-Istro-Agios-Nikolaos.jpg\" alt=\"Voulisma Strand Kreta Istro Agios Nikolaos\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28273\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Voulisma Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Voulisma Beach<\/strong> is the most popular beach in the area of <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/agios-nikolaos-crete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Agios Nikolaos<\/a>. The sand is fine and dark and the water so blue that it is almost surreal. With north winds, the waves are often quite high and there is always a lot going on.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Directions and parking Voulisma<\/strong>: Approx. 70 km from Heraklion, 1.5 hours drive. Few parking spaces above the beach.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Restaurants at Voulisma Beach<\/strong>: Some taverns and beach bars above the beach, as well as in Istro<\/li>\n<li><strong>Featured hotels near Voulisma<\/strong> (Booking.com*): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/istron-villas.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Istron Villas*<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/thea-lasithi.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Thea Apartments*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>8. Matala Beach<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28261\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28261\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28261\" title=\"Matala Beach Kreta Urlaub im S\u00fcden\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Matala-Beach-Kreta-Urlaub-im-Sueden.jpg\" alt=\"Matala Beach Kreta Urlaub im S\u00fcden\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28261\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Matala Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The <strong>Matala Beach<\/strong> is probably the most famous beach in <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/southern-crete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Southern Crete<\/a>. It is located in the former hippie town of Matala. The bay is framed by sandstone cliffs, where the famous Matala Caves are located.<\/p>\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00aad9; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 20px 0; font-family: sans-serif; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #333;\">\u2192 More information about this beach in Crete at: <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/matala-crete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Matala<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Directions and parking Matala<\/strong>: Approx. 67 km from Heraklion, 1.5 hours drive. Easily accessible by car, parking in the village.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Restaurants on Matala Beach<\/strong>: Numerous taverns and cafes along the seafront.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Featured Hotels in Matala<\/strong> (Booking.com*): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/ammos-in-style.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Ammos in Style Villas*<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/flores-playa.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Flores Playa*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>9. Stavros Beach<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28248\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28248\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28248\" title=\"Stavros Strand kreta chania urlaub\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Stavros-Strand-kreta-chania-urlaub.jpg\" alt=\"Stavros Strand kreta chania urlaub\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28248\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Stavros Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Stavros Beach<\/strong> is also known as Gold Coast Beach or Alexis Zorbas Beach (filming location of the famous 1964 black and white film). Fine, golden sand, shallow entry and lagoon-like bay in the coastal town of Stavros on the Akrotiri peninsula.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Directions and parking Stavros Beach<\/strong>: Approx. 17 km from Chania, 30 min. drive. Parking on the street or in the village of Stavros.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Restaurants at Stavros Beach<\/strong>: several taverns in the village, beach bars with high prices.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Featured Hotels in Stavros<\/strong> (Booking.com*): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/kavosbeachapartmentsandstudioschania.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Kavos Hotel &amp; Suites*<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/anima-villa-chania.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Anima Villa*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>10. Potamos Beach<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28268\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28268\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28268\" title=\"Potamos Strand Kreta Malia Urlaub\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Potamos-Strand-Kreta-Malia-Urlaub.jpg\" alt=\"Potamos Strand Kreta Malia Urlaub\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28268\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Potamos Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The <strong>Potamos Beach<\/strong> is a popular beach in the north, very close to Malia. Extensive and wide stretch of sand with small stone bays and a photogenic amphora.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Directions and parking Potamos beach<\/strong>: about 40 km from Heraklion, 40 minutes drive, free parking on the beach.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Restaurants at Potamos Beach<\/strong>: Cafeteria on the beach, taverns in the wider area.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Featured Hotels on Potamos Beach<\/strong> (Booking.com*): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/pirgos.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Pyros Beach Hotel*<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/portosisiapartments.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Porto Sisi Hotel*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>11. Marathi Beach<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28249\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28249\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28249\" title=\"marathi strand kreta chania\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/marathi-strand-kreta-chania.jpg\" alt=\"marathi strand kreta chania\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28249\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Marathi Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The <strong>Marathi Beach<\/strong> is a wind-protected double beach at the entrance to Souda Bay, which is popular with the locals. The sand is fine and the sea is not deep. The equally popular beach of Loutraki is only two minutes away.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Directions and parking Marathi Beach<\/strong>: Approx. 16 km from Chania, 30 min. by car. Easily accessible by car, there are sufficient parking spaces for a fee.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Restaurants on Marathi Beach<\/strong>: Tavernas and beach bars above the beach.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Featured Hotels in Marathi<\/strong> (Booking.com*): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/marathi-apartments.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Marathi Apartments*<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/creteview.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">CreteView*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>12. Kalathas Beach<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28250\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28250\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28250\" title=\"Kalathas Strand Kreta Chania\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Kalathas-Strand-Kreta-Chania.jpg\" alt=\"Kalathas Strand Kreta Chania\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28250\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kalathas Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Kalathas Beach<\/strong> is a wide sandy beach at the coastal town of the same name on the Akrotiri peninsula near Chania. The water is very clear and the entry is shallow, but with north-west winds there can be high waves.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Directions and parking Kalathas beach<\/strong>: Approx. 12 km from Chania, 20 minutes by car. Easily accessible by car, limited parking spaces.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Restaurants at Kalathas Beach<\/strong>: Cafeteria on the beach.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Featured hotels near Kalathas<\/strong> (Booking.com*): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/casa-manolesos.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Casa Manolesos*<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/esplanade-apartments.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Esplanade Apartments*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>13. Rethymno Beach<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_19140\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19140\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-19140\" title=\"Rethymno Beach Strand Kreta Hotels\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Rethymno-Beach-Strand-Kreta-Hotels.jpg\" alt=\"Rethymno Beach Strand Kreta Hotels\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-19140\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Rethymno Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The <strong>Rethymno Beach<\/strong> is a long beach in the city with light brown sand. In summer, almost all parasols on the beach promenade are occupied. In the far east, there are quieter sections that are very popular with the locals.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Directions and parking Rethymno beach<\/strong>: Rethymno city, about 80 km from Heraklion, 1.5 hours drive. Easy to reach by car, parking along the street.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Restaurants on Rethymno Beach<\/strong>: Numerous taverns and cafes along the seafront.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Featured Hotels in Rethymno<\/strong> (Booking.com*): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/calla-luxury-seafront-suites.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Calla Luxury Seafront Suites*<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/rimondi-boutique-hotel.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Rimondi Boutique Hotels*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>14. Triopetra Beach<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28263\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28263\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28263\" title=\"Triopetra Kreta Str\u00e4nde im S\u00fcden\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Triopetra-Kreta-Straende-im-Sueden.jpg\" alt=\"Triopetra Kreta Str\u00e4nde im S\u00fcden\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28263\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Triopetra Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The <strong>Triopetra Beach<\/strong> is a popular long sandy-pebble beach in the south of Crete that is easy to reach. The three rocks are the landmark of the village (Greek: tria petra). Just a few kilometers away is the picturesque hamlet of Agios Pavlos.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Directions and parking Triopetra<\/strong>: Approx. 50 km from Rethymno, 1 hour drive. Accessible by car, limited parking along the road on the beach.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Restaurants on Tripetra Beach<\/strong>: two tavernas above the beach.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Featured hotels near Triopetra<\/strong> (Booking.com*): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/triopetra-villas-panagia.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Triopetra Villas*<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/muar-suites.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Muar Suites*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"border-left: 4px solid #00aad9; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 20px 0; font-family: sans-serif; border-radius: 6px;\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0; color: #333;\">\u2192 Are you still looking for the perfect excursion for your Crete vacation? These <strong>Crete trips<\/strong> are among the top highlights! More information in the article: <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/crete-tours\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crete Excursions &amp; Tours<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>15. Kedrodasos Beach<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_18468\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-18468\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18468\" title=\"Kreta Straende Kedrodasos Beach\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Kreta-Straende-Kedrodasos-Beach.jpg\" alt=\"Kreta Straende Kedrodasos Beach\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-18468\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kedrodasos Beach: Tranquil alternative to Elafonisi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The <strong>Kedrodasos Beach<\/strong> Elafonisi Beach is a good alternative to Elafonisi Beach, but is now quite well-known. The scenery couldn&#8217;t be more beautiful: fine, light sand, black volcanic rocks and turquoise water, surrounded by cedar trees.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Directions and parking Kedrodasos<\/strong>: Approx. 76 km from Chania, 1.5 hours drive. Access via hiking trail, limited parking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Restaurants at Kedrodasos Beach<\/strong>: none, only taverns in Elafonisi.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Featured hotels near Kedrodasos<\/strong> (Booking.com*): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/iliovasilema-apartment-1.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Iliovasilema Apartments*<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/akra-grammeno-beachfront-villas.de.html?aid=1733645&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Akra Grammeno Beachfront Villas*<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"gm-maps-promo gm-ebook-promo\"><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__content\"><strong class=\"gm-maps-promo__title\">Crete Travel Guide \u2013 The 10 Best Day Trips<\/strong><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__text\">Explore Crete at your own pace: scenic beaches, the best restaurants and handpicked insider tips are waiting for you.<br><br>\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f 10 road trip routes with maps<br>\ud83c\udfd6\ufe0f Beautiful beaches &amp; swimming spots<br>\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f All top sights &amp; attractions<br>\ud83e\udd2b Unpublished insider tips<br>\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Accommodation, tavernas &amp; caf\u00e9s<\/div><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__button-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/west-crete-guide\/\" class=\"gm-maps-promo__button\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">To Crete Travel Guide \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"gm-maps-promo__image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Kreta-Reisefuehrer-Westkreta-Chania-Elafonisi-Ebook-PDF-Buch.png\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\"><\/div><\/div>\n<h2>Our favorite beaches on Crete<\/h2>\n<h3>Crete beaches in the west<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/western-crete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Western Crete<\/a> is home to some of the most popular beaches on the island, from sand to gravel, everything is represented. The travel times are not to be underestimated, from Kissamos in the north to Paleochora in the south it takes an hour (40 km). Our personal favorites are: Balos, Lissos near Sougia and Pachia Ammos in <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/paleochora-crete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Paleochora<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Crete beaches in the northwest<\/strong>: Balos, Falasarna, Paralia Dumitopia, Viglia, Ravdoucha<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_6034\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6034\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-6034\" title=\"kreta str\u00e4nde falassarna beach\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/kreta-str\u00e4nde-falassarna-beach.jpg\" alt=\"kreta str\u00e4nde falassarna beach\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6034\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Falasarna Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Crete beaches in the southwest<\/strong>: Elafonisi, Kedrodasos, White Lake Beach, Paralia Grammenou, Pachia Ammos (Paleochora), Paralia Anidri, Lissos Beach, Gialiskari<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28265\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28265\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28265\" title=\"gialiskari beach kreta paleochora\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/gialiskari-beach-kreta-paleochora.jpg\" alt=\"gialiskari beach kreta paleochora\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28265\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Gialiskari Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Crete beaches in the north<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The north coast of Crete is considered the most touristic region of the island. No wonder &#8211; from Chania to Rethymno to Heraklion, numerous kilometers of sandy beaches await vacationers. But in summer, umbrella after umbrella lines up near the conurbations. Our favorites are: Kalyves, Marathi and Potamos near Malia.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Beaches near Chania<\/strong>: Agii Apostoli Beach, Gold Coast Beach (Zorbas Beach), Marathi, Paralia Kalyves<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28255\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28255\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28255\" title=\"Kreta Str\u00e4nde Kalyves Chania\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Kreta-Straende-Kalyves-Chania.jpg\" alt=\"Kreta Str\u00e4nde Kalyves Chania\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28255\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kalyves Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Beaches near Rethymno<\/strong>: Kalyvaki Beach, Peristeras Beach, Spilies Beach, Kamari, Panormos<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28254\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28254\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28254\" title=\"Kalyvaki Beach Kreta Georgiopoli Rethymno\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Kalyvaki-Beach-Kreta-Georgiopoli-Rethymno.jpg\" alt=\"Kalyvaki Beach Kreta Georgiopoli Rethymno\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28254\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kalyvaki Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Beaches near Heraklion<\/strong>: Mpali\/ Bali, Aposelemi, Potamos (Malia), Paralia Milatou<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28267\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28267\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28267\" title=\"Bali Kreta Mpali Strand\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Bali-Kreta-Mpali-Strand.jpg\" alt=\"Bali Kreta Mpali Strand\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28267\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Bali Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Crete Beaches in the East<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The east coast of Crete is a true beach paradise and, with a few exceptions (e.g. Vai), is not yet overrun by mass tourism. Many palm-fringed sandy beaches exude South Sea flair. If you make it to Xerokampos in the remote southeast, you can enjoy peace and quiet by the sea even in summer. Our favorites are Itanos and Mazida Ammos.<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin: 0px; color: #333333; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.5; text-align: justify;\">With your own wheeled vehicle, you can also reach remote <strong>Crete beaches and insider tips<\/strong> away from the crowds. On the portal <em>Discover Cars*<\/em> you can find cheap rental cars and check prices directly: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/greece-crete?a_aid=GreeceMoments\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Car rental offers*<\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Crete beaches in the northeast<\/strong>: Paralia Chiona (<a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/spinalonga-crete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Spinalonga<\/a>\/ Elounda), Voulisma, Platani (<a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/sitia-crete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sitia<\/a>), Itanos, Erimoupolis, Vai Beach, Maridati, Bontal\u00e1ki (Kouremenos)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23130\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23130\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23130\" title=\"Itanos Strand Kreta Sitia Urlaub\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Itanos-Strand-Kreta-Sitia-Urlaub.jpg\" alt=\"Itanos Strand Kreta Sitia Urlaub\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23130\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Itanos Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Crete beaches in the southeast<\/strong>: Alatsolimni, Mazida Ammos (Xerokampos), Dragons Beach\/ Ammoudi, Makrigialos<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28270\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28270\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28270\" title=\"Xerokampos Kreta Mazida Ammos Strand\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Xerokampos-Kreta-Mazida-Ammos-Strand.jpg\" alt=\"Xerokampos Kreta Mazida Ammos Strand\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28270\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mazida Ammos Beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Crete beaches in the south<\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In addition to the east, the south of Crete is considered a paradise for individualists, larger hotels can be found in Agia Galini, Matala and <a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/ierapetra-crete\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ierapetra<\/a> hardly. Many sections of the beach are still natural today, in the smaller coastal towns a tavern or caf\u00e9-bar usually acts as the beach operator. Our favorites are: Agios Pavlos and Kommos Beach.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Beaches from Frangokastello to Agia Galini<\/strong>: Vatalos, Frangokastello, Damnoni, Preveli, Triopetra, Agios Pavlos<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28262\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28262\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28262\" title=\"Agios Pavlos Strand Kreta S\u00fcden\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Agios-Pavlos-Strand-Kreta-Sueden.jpg\" alt=\"Agios Pavlos Strand Kreta S\u00fcden\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28262\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Agios Pavlos beach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Beaches from Matala to Ierapetra<\/strong>: Kommos, Red Beach, Agiofaraggo, Lentas, Skouros, Paralia Mirtos, Koutsounari<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_28264\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-28264\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28264\" title=\"Kommos Strand Matala Kreta Tipps\" src=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Kommos-Strand-Matala-Kreta-Tipps.jpg\" alt=\"Kommos Strand Matala Kreta Tipps\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-28264\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kommos Strand<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Beaches of Crete in video<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">This video (\u00a9 Robert Polasek) shows a <strong>part of the most beautiful Crete beaches<\/strong> from north to south and from west to east. We hope you enjoy being inspired:<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/nlOaVB517xs?si=DC1YUKc9wUT1NS2j\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>\u2192 Other interesting articles and <strong>Numerous Crete travel tips<\/strong> can be found here:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/destinations\/islands-blog\/crete-island\/\">Crete Island Overview<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/crete-sights\/\">Crete Highlights<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/best-crete-hotels\/\">Best Crete Hotels<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/crete-with-kids\/\">Crete with Kids<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9; border-radius: 16px; padding: 24px; margin: 20px 0; font-family: system-ui, sans-serif;\">\n<p><strong style=\"margin-top: 0; font-weight: bold; font-size: 1.5em; text-align: center;\">*Support our blog Greece-Moments<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 1.1em; line-height: 1.6; color: #333333; text-align: justify;\">In this post, you will find affiliate links marked with an asterisk (*). 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