What is the water and sand quality of the Potamos Beach?

The coastline of Potamos Beach is covered with brown sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Potamos Beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Potamos Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.Activities available on the ground:<ul><li>Beach volleyball </li><li>Football (nearby)</li></ul>

Is the Potamos Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.Potamos Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.So the overall recommendation of the Potamos Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Potamos Beach good for families?

Yes, the Potamos Beach is good place for families with children. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Potamos Beach 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.

What are the key audiences of Potamos Beach?

Potamos Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Families with children </li><li>Senior people</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Potamos Beach?

The bar is located right on the Potamos Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Taverna Kalyva is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Potamos Beach?

There are 1251 places to stay in the Potamos Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Potamos Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1670066&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Triton Garden Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=251537&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Drossia Residenza Boutique Hotel Malia</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=407105&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Selena View Studios</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2313979&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Irene Apartments</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8521173&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Beach House Sea La Vie</a></li></ul>

How far is the Potamos Beach from parking?

The Potamos Beach 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 Potamos Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Potamos Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Mare located in 2.2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Potamos Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Potamos Beach is August. Its average value reaches 29°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?

Potamos Beach (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 Potamos Beach - recommended for family travellers with kids

Photo of Potamos Beach with blue pure water surface

Photo of Potamos Beach with spacious bay

Photo of Potamos Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Potamos Beach and the settlement

Potamos Beach

Kartsindanós, Greece

7.9

#49 out of 478 in Crete 31

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Brown sand Sand bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Agia Varvara • 1.6 km

Map of beach

Hiking Area Malia Marsh Wetland

200m

Hiking Area Stalis hilltop

4.2km

Hiking Area Koumaródasos

9.6km

Restaurant Taverna Kalyva

9.4 - Excellent 130m

Restaurant Potamos Beach Restaurant

9 - Excellent 340m

Greek Restaurant Maliaport Restaurant

9.2 - Excellent 1.2km

Restaurant Taverna Eva

9.4 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant Pleasure Beach Club Restaurant

8.8 - Excellent 2.3km

Cafe Nissos Beach

9.4 - Excellent 2.3km

Bar The Brasserie Pizza, pasta & grill

9.4 - Excellent 2.3km

Bar MALIA BOOZE CRUISE BRANCH OFFICE

2.3km

Bar the Red Lion bar & restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 2.3km

Supermarket Supermarkt

580m

Supermarket Spar Group

2.2km

Supermarket George's Supermarkt

2.2km

Supermarket Naturelia SUPERMARKET

2.3km

Supermarket Supermarket Malia

2.3km

Supermarket SUPER MARKET DRAKONAKIS

2.4km

Supermarket Halkiadakis S.A.

2.5km

Grocery Store Super Market Chalkiadakis

2.6km

Supermarket Stefi Supermarket

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Mare

2.1km

Tourist Attraction Safari Club Crete

9.8 - Exceptional 2.3km

Tourist Attraction Boat Aphrodite

9.2 - Excellent 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Lyrakis Family S.A.

9.4 - Excellent 4km

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Σταλίδος

4.6km

Tourist Attraction Μνημειακός Πλάτανος

7.1km

Tourist Attraction ΠΑΡΑΛΙΑ ΧΡΥΣΗ ΑΜΜΟΣ

7.1km

Place Of Worship Panagia Kera Kardiotissa Monastery

8.2km

Tourist Attraction Milatos Cave

8.3km

Night Club Palm Beach Club

7.8 - Very good 8.7km

Night Club New York Beach Club

8.6 - Excellent 8.8km

Aquarium Aquaworld Aquarium & Reptile Rescue Centre

9km

Historical Landmark Malia Palace Archaeological Site

630m

Historical Landmark Cave Andreas

9.6km

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About

Potamos Beach is located on the Sea of Crete (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 49th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 15.4 km away from its center, the city of Кастелли. It is one of the beaches of Agia Varvara settlement, just 1.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

Weather

history

+26 ^o C +21 ^o C

Air temperature

4.8 M/S

Wind

+26 ^o C

Water temperature

1.1 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Agia Varvara • 1.6 km

Map of beach

Hiking Area Malia Marsh Wetland

200m

Hiking Area Stalis hilltop

4.2km

Hiking Area Koumaródasos

9.6km

Restaurant Taverna Kalyva

9.4 - Excellent 130m

Restaurant Potamos Beach Restaurant

9 - Excellent 340m

Greek Restaurant Maliaport Restaurant

9.2 - Excellent 1.2km

Restaurant Taverna Eva

9.4 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant Pleasure Beach Club Restaurant

8.8 - Excellent 2.3km

Cafe Nissos Beach

9.4 - Excellent 2.3km

Bar The Brasserie Pizza, pasta & grill

9.4 - Excellent 2.3km

Bar MALIA BOOZE CRUISE BRANCH OFFICE

2.3km

Bar the Red Lion bar & restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 2.3km

Supermarket Supermarkt

580m

Supermarket Spar Group

2.2km

Supermarket George's Supermarkt

2.2km

Supermarket Naturelia SUPERMARKET

2.3km

Supermarket Supermarket Malia

2.3km

Supermarket SUPER MARKET DRAKONAKIS

2.4km

Supermarket Halkiadakis S.A.

2.5km

Grocery Store Super Market Chalkiadakis

2.6km

Supermarket Stefi Supermarket

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Mare

2.1km

Tourist Attraction Safari Club Crete

9.8 - Exceptional 2.3km

Tourist Attraction Boat Aphrodite

9.2 - Excellent 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Lyrakis Family S.A.

9.4 - Excellent 4km

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Σταλίδος

4.6km

Tourist Attraction Μνημειακός Πλάτανος

7.1km

Tourist Attraction ΠΑΡΑΛΙΑ ΧΡΥΣΗ ΑΜΜΟΣ

7.1km

Place Of Worship Panagia Kera Kardiotissa Monastery

8.2km

Tourist Attraction Milatos Cave

8.3km

Night Club Palm Beach Club

7.8 - Very good 8.7km

Night Club New York Beach Club

8.6 - Excellent 8.8km

Aquarium Aquaworld Aquarium & Reptile Rescue Centre

9km

Historical Landmark Malia Palace Archaeological Site

630m

Historical Landmark Cave Andreas

9.6km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

1.1km from the beach

5 Tolerable

Beach House Sea La Vie

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Agia Varvara • 2.7km from center

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1.6km from the beach

7.6 Very good

Triton Garden Hotel

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Agia Varvara • 3.1km from center

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2.6km from the beach

Malia sea view

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Agia Varvara • 1.2km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

470m 6 min walk

Connected beach

Potamos Beach II

7.8 Very good

1.2km 15 min walk

Agia Varvara beach

7.8 Very good

Popular beach 2.2km

Malia beach

7.9 Very good

2.8km

Paralia Mallion

7.7 Very good

3.2km

Paralia Limani

5.8 Pleasant

3.8km

Alexander Beach

7.8 Very good

4km

Boufos Beach

6.9 Good

4.1km

Avlaki Beach

6.7 Good

Localities

Nearest

Agia Varvara • 1.6km

Main locality of province

Kastelli • 15.4km

Transport

Airport

HER • 28.2km

Bus Station

Sitia Bus Station • 57km

Train Station

lti Meli Palace • 1.6km

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7.9 Very good

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7.9 Very good

Maren Helios

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

During our beach hopping adventure in Heronissos and Malia, we came across a lovely beach with brown sand.

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Liam McAllister.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This beach is a fantastic spot to spend a day soaking up the sun and enjoying the waves. Additionally, the sand has a unique brown hue that adds to the beach's charm.

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Linaiga

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

8 Very good

Although the beach isn't very long, I still enjoy coming here. The water is refreshing and crystal clear. You can rent two sunbeds and an umbrella for 7€ or simply use your own towels. Have a great time!