Discover the Rock-Sheltered Beaches in Crete

Nestled between Gialopotama and the Agia Fotini harbor, you will find two adjacent beaches boasting fine pebbles and sand, enclosed by huge rocks. Known as Pirgos, these beaches are ideal for both snorkeling and naturism, as it’s often possible to find yourself completely alone here. If you’re looking to reach Pirgos, you can take a...Read More

For those wishing to visit the picturesque beach of Agiofarago, located around 80km south of Heraklion, there are two options: traversing the nearby gorge by hiking, or taking a boat from nearby ports such as Matala, Agia Galini, Kokkinos Pirgos or Kali Limenes. The first option is highly recommended as the 25-50 minute walk is...Read More

Village of Kerames, located 49 km south of Rethymno. In the vicinity of the village, there are many stunning beaches, such as Akoumiani Gialia, Ligres, Triopetra and Agios Pavlos sandhills. The beachfront north of Akoumiani Gialia is called Keramiani Gialia – named after the nearby village. To get to this beach, one must travel down...Read More

Beginning at the church of Agia Fotini in Ierapetra, the East Beach of Agios Andreas stretches for 4km to the east. The beach is a municipal beach and is well-maintained and organized near the beginning, and it is a sandy beach. However, as one proceeds further eastwards, the beach gradually transitions to small grayish pebbles...Read More

Nestled on the coast of Cape Sideris, between Ravdoucha and Agios Vasilios, Skotini Beach is a hidden gem. To get there, you have to take a 20-25 minute hike from the area of Saint Marina (Agia Marina) in Ravdoucha and head to Nopigia. As you make your way down the steep gorge, you’ll come across...Read More

Nestled in the north of Mirabelo province lies Anogia, home to several small and rocky bays. One such bay is Vlychada Tzavlidon, which can be accessed by car, crossing the wild landscape of the area. It features large pebbles and impressive conglomerate rock layers on its walls, while its western end is home to a...Read More

Tripiti is a stunning beach situated 19km northwest of Heraklion, between the Capes Katarameno and Bourouni of Rogdia. It is well-known for its deep blue waters and its surrounding towering cliffs. On the east side, there are some caves from which the beach takes its name, Tripiti, which means “with holes”. There is no easy...Read More

Explore the stunning coves of Hersonissos, located only 27km east of Heraklion. Beginning with the rocky cape Sarandaris and ending at the harbour of Hersonissos, these beaches boast calm waters, thanks to the cape’s protection from the frequent northwest winds. Access to all coves is easy, with the bustling town of Hersonissos within walking distance....Read More

Glykys Kolymbos beach, situated in the Asterousia Mountains, is renowned for its spectacular geological formations that appear as stripes in the water, as well as its three interconnected caves. With the largest cave reaching 20 meters in height, the other two resemble swimming pools. At the eastern tip of the beach, a stone bridge forms,...Read More

Nestled in the wild and majestic landscape of Asterousia Range, 73km south of Heraklion city, lies the pebbly beach of Leprias or Lepries. This unique beach can be reached by following the trail to Agios Ioannis from Tripiti beach. Its name is derived from the Greek word for ‘leper’, as the steep dirt slope in...Read More