Discover the Best Fine Pebble Beaches in Crete

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

Located east of Platia Peramata, you will come across the longest and most secluded beach of the region, Psili Ammos. It is renowned for its unmatched beauty but is not the best destination for camping, as the lack of trees means that there is no natural shade. However, the Asproharaki rocks at the eastern end...Read More

Matala is a popular tourist destination located 68km southwest of the city of Heraklion, at the intersection of the Messara Plain and Asteroussia Mountains. It’s world-renowned for its carved caves in the rocks, as well as its reputation as a haven for hippies back in the 70s. The area is close to the second largest...Read More

Votsalaki, located 71km southeast of Agios Nikolaos and 36km east of Ierapetra, is a stunning beach situated at the west end of Goudouras. It is situated in a rugged and arid landscape of East Crete, close to the exit of the impassable Gorge Asprolithos. This beach has small pebbles and crystal clear waters, while its...Read More

Mononaftis is a picturesque pebbly beach situated 24km northwest of Heraklion and 1km north of Agia Pelagia. It is said that the name Mononaftis originates from an old tale in which only one sailor survived from a sunken vessel, translating to “One sailor” in English. The beach is sheltered from the (common) north winds due...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

Located just 7km south of Agios Nikolaos, Listi Spilios is a beach with a fascinating past. The name itself, which translates to Robber’s Cave in Greek, originates from the Middle Ages when robbers used to hide in the small caves of the nearby peninsula. The area has grown touristically in recent years, and there are...Read More

Kato Zakros is a traditional fishing village located in the eastern part of Crete, about 107km from Agios Nikolaos and 40km from Sitia. This remote area is perfect for those looking for a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, and it is ideal for families. The village is small but offers...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

Located to the west of Lendas, is the quaint village of Tsigounas and the secluded Limanaki beach (harbour). The name of the town is believed to have been derived from the word ‘tsigounis’ which means ‘stingy’ and was in reference to a nearby spring with a limited supply of water. This beach is also used...Read More