What is the water and sand quality of the Paralia Kalives?

The coastline of Paralia Kalives is covered with brown sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Paralia Kalives?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Paralia Kalives has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Paralia Kalives is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Kite and windsurfing</li></ul>

Is the Paralia Kalives good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.Paralia Kalives is partially protected from waves.There are a lot of boats in the bay.

Is the Paralia Kalives good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. The beach is completely occupied by a resort area with a paid entrance, which has all the infrastructure. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Paralia Kalives secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Paralia Kalives?

The bar is located right on the Paralia Kalives.There are 4 restaurants nearby.MATZOROS beach bar | cafe is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Paralia Kalives?

There are 991 places to stay in the Paralia Kalives area.The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5750896&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa Myrina with Sea View</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7189131&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Orientem Villa Heated Pool</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8217222&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Ravi Boutique Home - 1 minute walk from beach</a></li></ul>

How far is the Paralia Kalives from parking?

The Paralia Kalives has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Paralia Kalives?

There are 4 attractions near Paralia Kalives that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Kalives beach located in 0 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Paralia Kalives?

The month with the highest temperature in Paralia Kalives is August. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 14°C and water 17°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Paralia Kalives (Crete island) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.

Photo of Paralia Kalives with brown sand surface

Photo of Paralia Kalives with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Paralia Kalives with spacious bay

Photo of Paralia Kalives with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Paralia Kalives beach resort area

Photo of Paralia Kalives and the settlement

Photo of Paralia Kalives and its beautiful scenery

Paralia Kalives

Kalyves, Greece

7.8

#88 out of 478 in Crete 16

Beach resort Picturesque Easy access Brown sand Sand bottom Kite or windsurfing Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Kalyves • 0.3 km

Map of beach

Playground Kalyves Beach

50m

Playground Παιδική χαρά Καλυβων

180m

Hiking Area Γέφυρα Κοιλιαρη Ποταμού

1.7km

Park ΚΤΗΜΑ ΒΑΧΡΥΣΠΑ

2.3km

Hiking Area Δουλιανά Αλώνι

2.9km

Park Light Love and Yoga

3.3km

Park Kokkino Chorio square

4.3km

Park Villa Kyllesbeck

4.5km

Hiking Area Drapanokephála

5.1km

Cafe Kantina Bananas

8.6 - Excellent 50m

Cafe Banana Kalives

8.6 - Excellent 50m

Cafe MATZOROS beach bar | cafe

10 - Exceptional 50m

Restaurant Gialós

8.8 - Excellent 50m

Cafe Arena Y Mar

8.4 - Very good 70m

Restaurant Ταβέρνα Ακρογιάλι-Akrogiali Restaurant Kalyves

8.6 - Excellent 70m

Bar KOHILI

9.6 - Exceptional 70m

Restaurant Gyrothalassia

9.6 - Exceptional 70m

Restaurant Il Forno

9 - Excellent 70m

Supermarket Φάρμα Cretan Market

110m

Supermarket Hunky Dory - British Supermarket

130m

Supermarket ΦΙΛΕΜΑ FILEMA

140m

Supermarket ΣΥΝ.ΚΑ

1.2km

Bakery Piperakis Bakery

9.4 - Excellent 1.9km

Supermarket Super Market “El Greco”

1.9km

Supermarket Golden Market Almyrida

2.1km

Supermarket Fresher Plateia Market

2.9km

Supermarket سوبر ماركت خانيا

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Kalives beach

50m

Tourist Attraction Karavos Beach

350m

Museum Koumos

9.4 - Excellent 770m

Tourist Attraction Kera Beach

970m

Tourist Attraction Almiryda

2km

Tourist Attraction Clu Cave

10 - Exceptional 2.6km

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Βράσκος

7.8 - Very good 3.8km

Tourist Attraction Folklore Museum of Gavalochori

9.2 - Excellent 4.2km

Tourist Attraction Villa Cologne

4.3km

Historical Landmark Archaeological Site of Aptera | Αρχαιολογικός Χώρος Απτέρας

3km

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About

Paralia Kalives is located on the Sea of Crete (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 88th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 135.7 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Kalyves settlement, just 0.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views.

Weather

history

+28 ^o C +24 ^o C

Air temperature

5.4 M/S

Wind

+25 ^o C

Water temperature

1.3 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Kalyves • 0.3 km

Map of beach

Playground Kalyves Beach

50m

Playground Παιδική χαρά Καλυβων

180m

Hiking Area Γέφυρα Κοιλιαρη Ποταμού

1.7km

Park ΚΤΗΜΑ ΒΑΧΡΥΣΠΑ

2.3km

Hiking Area Δουλιανά Αλώνι

2.9km

Park Light Love and Yoga

3.3km

Park Kokkino Chorio square

4.3km

Park Villa Kyllesbeck

4.5km

Hiking Area Drapanokephála

5.1km

Cafe Kantina Bananas

8.6 - Excellent 50m

Cafe Banana Kalives

8.6 - Excellent 50m

Cafe MATZOROS beach bar | cafe

10 - Exceptional 50m

Restaurant Gialós

8.8 - Excellent 50m

Cafe Arena Y Mar

8.4 - Very good 70m

Restaurant Ταβέρνα Ακρογιάλι-Akrogiali Restaurant Kalyves

8.6 - Excellent 70m

Bar KOHILI

9.6 - Exceptional 70m

Restaurant Gyrothalassia

9.6 - Exceptional 70m

Restaurant Il Forno

9 - Excellent 70m

Supermarket Φάρμα Cretan Market

110m

Supermarket Hunky Dory - British Supermarket

130m

Supermarket ΦΙΛΕΜΑ FILEMA

140m

Supermarket ΣΥΝ.ΚΑ

1.2km

Bakery Piperakis Bakery

9.4 - Excellent 1.9km

Supermarket Super Market “El Greco”

1.9km

Supermarket Golden Market Almyrida

2.1km

Supermarket Fresher Plateia Market

2.9km

Supermarket سوبر ماركت خانيا

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Kalives beach

50m

Tourist Attraction Karavos Beach

350m

Museum Koumos

9.4 - Excellent 770m

Tourist Attraction Kera Beach

970m

Tourist Attraction Almiryda

2km

Tourist Attraction Clu Cave

10 - Exceptional 2.6km

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Βράσκος

7.8 - Very good 3.8km

Tourist Attraction Folklore Museum of Gavalochori

9.2 - Excellent 4.2km

Tourist Attraction Villa Cologne

4.3km

Historical Landmark Archaeological Site of Aptera | Αρχαιολογικός Χώρος Απτέρας

3km

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Located at nearest locality

Kalyves • 8.8km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.5 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

1km 14 min walk

Kera beach

6.1 Pleasant

1.6km 22 min walk

Kolatsos beach

7.7 Very good

2.4km

Kolatsos beach II

7.8 Very good

2.5km

Almirida beach

6.8 Good

3.7km

Kalami beach

5.9 Pleasant

4km

Kalami beach II

5.8 Pleasant

4.1km

Vraskos Beach

5.9 Pleasant

5km

Agios Ioannis Beach

5.8 Pleasant

Localities

Nearest

Kalyves • 360m

Main locality of province

Kastelli • 135.7km

Transport

Airport

CHQ • 9.2km

Bus Station

Bus Stop: KALAMAKI • 19.9km

Train Station

Club Calimera Sunshine Kreta • 86.4km

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7.8 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

7.8 Very good

Neva Gounaris

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach offers a lovely expanse of soft sand, thoughtfully furnished with sunbeds, umbrellas, and a vigilant lifeguard. Its shallow waters make it an ideal spot for families with young ones to enjoy a safe and fun-filled day out. If you prefer to avoid the rental fees, there is ample space under the trees that line the beach. Conveniently, there are free showers and parking available. The surrounding area is a bustling resort town, packed with charming hotels and accommodations for rent. As such, there are a plethora of cafes and taverns in the vicinity. However, on days when the winds pick up, the sea can become choppy. Overall, I highly recommend this beach for a delightful day in the sun.

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Aria Vasiliev.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Matzaros is a charming beachfront establishment that has been recently revamped, featuring a small wooden bar and coffee shop that serves light refreshments. The beach is adorned with soft, sandy loungers that are complimentary for patrons to use. The staff are extremely welcoming and amiable, while the breathtaking view of the bay is a sight to behold. A car park is conveniently located across the street, making it easy for visitors to access this idyllic location.

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Nutiap Ianu.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The sandy beach is expansive and boasts a shallow bottom, making it ideal for leisurely wading and swimming. Visitors will find convenient amenities such as restrooms, showers, and changing cabins. The beach is also surrounded by a plethora of dining options, including numerous restaurants and cozy cafés.

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Standard Johnson

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach is absolutely stunning! However, during September, the waves can get quite intense and noisy. To enjoy a peaceful swim, I suggest heading towards the far right of the beach, where the waves are the least turbulent.

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Rafał Doboszynskić

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

This stunning beach boasts an abundance of sunbeds and umbrellas that are readily available at no cost if you indulge in some refreshments at the nearby bars or if you're a guest at one of the hotels. The crystal-clear waters and pristine sandy beach are impeccably maintained, although some sections may have gentle waves while others are perfectly calm. Overall, this beach is an idyllic destination for a relaxing day in the sun.