Discover Lifeguard-Guarded Beaches in Crete for a Safe Swim

Situated 67 kilometers west of Heraklion, close to the seaside town of Tymbaki, is the village of Kokkinos Pirgos. Named after the red tower built in the mouth of Geropotamos River, Kokkinos Pirgos has become a popular tourist destination and hosts a number of hotels, rooms, restaurants and cafes. This area has a warm climate,...Read More

Located 8km east of the city of Rethymno, Pigianos Kampos (often referred to as Pigi beach) is a seaside touristic spot which is less developed than its adjacent area, Adelianos Kambos. This area is well-known for its fertile fields which gave it its name, which in Greek means “Plane of Pigi”. Nowadays, there are many...Read More

Fodele Beach is situated just 26km northwest of Heraklion and 3km north of the village of Fodele, the believed birthplace of renowned painter, Domenikos Theotokopoulos, also known as El Greco. It is accessible via the National Road connecting Heraklion and Chania, and is composed of a sandy beach, exposed to north winds and sheltered on...Read More

Agia Pelagia, located just 21km west of Heraklion, is a bustling tourist resort surrounded by several picturesque coves and beautiful beaches. The main beach of the settlement is a long and narrow beach with sand and turquoise waters, often calm due to the protection of the nearby Cape Souda. This beach provides a variety of...Read More

Located 33km south of Rethymnon, near Plakias, is the Pirates’ Fjord. This tiny cove is situated south of Mouri or Karavos Cape and is enclosed by sheer vertical cliffs. The beach is narrow, no more than 2m wide, and composed of sand at the start which then turns into a rocky harbor. It is believed...Read More

Kokkini Hani is a renowned resort town located just 15 kilometers west of Heraklion, beside Vathianos Kambos. It was named after the inn, run by a man named Kokkinis, that was situated here in the early 1900s. Travellers were known to use it as a place to rest during their journeys to Heraklion. This area...Read More

Located approximately 7 kilometers west of the city of Chania, Stalos is a popular tourist destination that boasts a stunning sandy beach, Kato Stalos, and a picturesque traditional village, Pano Stalos. The beach is well-equipped with all necessary amenities, such as parasols and beach chairs, and is awarded the Blue Flag every year. The village...Read More

Vai is a picturesque beach located within the charming east Crete, renowned for its impressive palm grove with the Cretan Date Palm (Phoenix theophrasti). Its name is derived from the Greek word for ‘palm’, and the grove is renowned for being the largest of its kind in Europe, boasting more than 5,000 trees. As for...Read More

Platanias is an ideal destination for those who seek a mixture of relaxation, entertainment and sightseeing. Situated just 11km west of Chania, it offers an easy access to one of the most beautiful cities in Greece, while at the same time boasting a stunning beach, amazing nightlife and plenty of opportunities for sightseeing. The long...Read More

Georgioupolis, a small seaside town located 38km east of Chania and 21km west of Rethymnon, is home to a vast long beach spanning 10km. Stretching from the river Almiros to Kavros beach, the 2km-long Georgioupolis beach is sandy and dotted with dunes in some areas, with shallow waters ideal for children. Windy days require extra...Read More