Chania Beaches

Situated 3.5km north of Kolymbari and 28km west of Chania, Afrata is a small and picturesque village, with a lovely beach located 1km east of the village. The beach is pebbly and with beautiful water colors, making it ideal for quiet holidays, primarily preferred by local residents. Umbrellas and tamarisk trees offer shade and there...Read More

Located in the west of Paleochora, Psilos Volakas Beach is renowned for its calm waters and stunning scenery. A main road runs alongside the beach, connecting it to Krios Beach in Koundoura, and there is a comfortable sidewalk for those who wish to take a leisurely stroll. The beach itself is adorned with smooth pebbles,...Read More

Agia Roumeli is a small and secluded village located 56km south of Chania city, on a wide bay, formed at the exit of the Samaria Gorge. It is a popular destination for visitors who descend the gorge and take a dip in the main beach, Gialos. Nearby, there are some quiet and secluded beaches, such...Read More

Tripiti is a stunning rocky beach located 5km east of Sougia and 68km south of Chania city. Accessible by boat or a three hour walk from Sougia, the beach is renowned for its vertical cliffs that provide natural shade. If you walk 500m east, you will come across the pebbly beach of Sendoni, which is...Read More

Lykos is a picturesque seaside settlement situated 900m west of Loutro and 83km south of Chania. It is close to the small village of Livaniana. Lykos is separated from the slightly larger settlement of Finikas by a rocky hill. The beach of Lykos is quite rocky, but the tranquil atmosphere and plentiful sea life make...Read More

Situated a mere 1km west of Paleochora’s harbor and 79km south of Chania City, Keratides is the perfect destination for visitors in search of relaxation and tranquility. Named after the carob trees that line its shoreline, Keratides is characterized by its coarse pebbles and stones. It is home to one camping site, frequented by guests...Read More

Nestled in the stunning Kissamos Bay, Nopigia is a seaside village located just 6km east of Kissamos and 30km west of Chania city. Here, visitors can enjoy a long sandy beach with shallow, clear waters, as well as umbrellas, showers, and restaurants. Continuing east, the beach becomes rockier and more secluded, offering several pebbly and...Read More

Located just 1km east of Kissamos, Livadia Beach is a tranquil and serene 2km stretch of sand and pebbles that forms part of the larger beach running from Kissamos to Nopigia in the Rodopos Peninsula. With crystal clear waters and usually quite wavy due to its open exposure to the wind, this beach is ideal...Read More

Nestled 75km southwest of Chania and 36km south of Kissamos, Keramoti beach is a remote and medium-sized pebbly shore, containing rocks in some parts. Popular among locals but not ideal for families due to the lack of beach facilities, one can find rooms to let in the villages of Keramoti and Livadia. A stream with...Read More

Agios Pavlos (Saint Paul) is an incredible beach located in Opiso Egiali within the Selouda bay, just 3km east of Agia Roumeli and 6km west of Loutro. It can only be accessed by boat or a lengthy trek along the E4 European Trail, which runs beside the sea. From Agia Roumeli, it takes around 50-60...Read More