What is the water and sand quality of the Ascent beach?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gray color. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Ascent beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Ascent beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Ascent beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is very rocky, so it is highly recommended to use special shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Ascent beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Ascent beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Ascent beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature </li><li>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Ascent beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Ascent beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Agios Pavlos Taverna is the closest place located 1700 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Ascent beach?

There are 233 places to stay in the Ascent beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Ascent beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4679214&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Agios Pavlos Hotel</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4584503&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hill of Calm</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6307073&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apanemia Rooms</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9486517&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">TRIOPETRA VIEW 3</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3263996&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apartment Petra Mare</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1896820&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">George Sea View Triopetra</a></li></ul>

How far is the Ascent beach from parking?

The Ascent beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres and the path to beach is only for experienced travellers. Not recommended for children or senior people.

Are there any attractions nearby Ascent beach?

There are 4 attractions near Ascent beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Apoplystra located in 1.9 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Ascent beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Ascent 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 12°C and water 17°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Ascent beach (Crete island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Ascent beach (Crete island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Ascent beach with gray sand & rocks surface

Photo of Ascent beach with turquoise pure water surface

Ascent beach

Agios Pavlos, Greece

5.9

#352 out of 478 in Crete 2

Free entrance Virgin beach Picturesque Deserted Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

Agios Pavlos • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Agios Pavlos Taverna

7.8 - Very good 1.6km

Restaurant Agios Pavlos Hotels

8.6 - Excellent 1.6km

Restaurant Taverna Sunset

7.8 - Very good 1.7km

Bar Scopas Café Beach Bar

8.2 - Very good 1.8km

Bar Καντίνα Πάτερος

9.6 - Exceptional 2km

Cafe Hotel Hill of Calm

9.4 - Excellent 2.7km

Restaurant Taverna Hill Of Calm

9.6 - Exceptional 2.8km

Restaurant Pavlos' Place - Triopetra Beach

9 - Excellent 2.9km

Restaurant Taverna Apanemia

9.2 - Excellent 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Πρασονήσι

1.2km

Tourist Attraction Apoplystra

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Anemopetra beach Rethimno

3.1km

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Αρμενόπετρα

8.2 - Very good 3.1km

Tourist Attraction Little Triopetra

3.1km

Tourist Attraction Φαράγγι Αγίου Αντωνίου

3.6km

Tourist Attraction Sorgente di acqua

4.1km

Tourist Attraction Σκάλα για παραλία Κολυμπιστήρι

6.1km

Tourist Attraction Άγιος Γεώργιος Παραλία Λιχνιστής

8.6 - Excellent 6.7km

Historical Landmark War Tunnel

9.8km

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About

Ascent beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 352th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 98.8 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Agios Pavlos settlement, just 1.7 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, surrounded by the cliffs.

Weather

history

+28 ^o C +18 ^o C

Air temperature

4.1 M/S

Wind

+26 ^o C

Water temperature

0.7 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Agios Pavlos • 1.7 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Agios Pavlos Taverna

7.8 - Very good 1.6km

Restaurant Agios Pavlos Hotels

8.6 - Excellent 1.6km

Restaurant Taverna Sunset

7.8 - Very good 1.7km

Bar Scopas Café Beach Bar

8.2 - Very good 1.8km

Bar Καντίνα Πάτερος

9.6 - Exceptional 2km

Cafe Hotel Hill of Calm

9.4 - Excellent 2.7km

Restaurant Taverna Hill Of Calm

9.6 - Exceptional 2.8km

Restaurant Pavlos' Place - Triopetra Beach

9 - Excellent 2.9km

Restaurant Taverna Apanemia

9.2 - Excellent 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Πρασονήσι

1.2km

Tourist Attraction Apoplystra

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Anemopetra beach Rethimno

3.1km

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Αρμενόπετρα

8.2 - Very good 3.1km

Tourist Attraction Little Triopetra

3.1km

Tourist Attraction Φαράγγι Αγίου Αντωνίου

3.6km

Tourist Attraction Sorgente di acqua

4.1km

Tourist Attraction Σκάλα για παραλία Κολυμπιστήρι

6.1km

Tourist Attraction Άγιος Γεώργιος Παραλία Λιχνιστής

8.6 - Excellent 6.7km

Historical Landmark War Tunnel

9.8km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

770m from the beach

Seafront luxury villa with infinity pool & devine views!

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Agios Pavlos • 2.4km from center

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1.6km from the beach

8.6 Excellent

Agios Pavlos Hotel

Hotel

Pikris • 180m from center

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2.7km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Triopetra View 2

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Agios Pavlos • 1.3km from center

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2.7km from the beach

TRIOPETRA VIEW 3

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Agios Pavlos • 1.3km from center

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2.7km from the beach

8.8 Excellent

Hill of Calm

Hotel

Pikris • 1.3km from center

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2.9km from the beach

9.1 Excellent

Apanemia Rooms

Hotel

Pikris • 1.4km from center

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3.1km from the beach

9.4 Excellent

George Sea View Triopetra

Entire Apartment

Pikris • 1.8km from center

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3.5km from the beach

6.6 Good

Afrodites Residence Triopetra

Country House

Pikris • 2.3km from center

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3.7km from the beach

4 Frustrating

Apartment Petra Mare

Entire Apartment

Pikris • 2.8km from center

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3.7km from the beach

Petra-Mare 3

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Agios Pavlos • 2.9km from center

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3.9km from the beach

8 Very good

DESPOINA-Triopetra

Entire House

Pikris • 3.1km from center

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7.9km from the beach

9.9 Exceptional

MIROS MARE STUDIOS

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Agios Pavlos • 9.5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.2km 16 min walk

Prasonissi beach

6.8 Good

1.8km 23 min walk

Agios Pavlos beach

7.7 Very good

2.1km

Ag. Pavlos beach II Agios Pavlos beach II

7.6 Very good

2.7km

Triopetra beach

6.7 Good

3.1km

Armenopetra beach

5.8 Pleasant

3.3km

Small Triopetra

7.7 Very good

3.8km

Triopetra beach

7.8 Very good

6.2km

Ligres beach

7.7 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Agios Pavlos • 1.7km

Main locality of province

Kastelli • 98.8km

Transport

Airport

HER • 60.4km

Bus Station

Bus station Tympaki • 17.1km

Train Station

Club Calimera Sunshine Kreta • 54.2km

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5.9 Pleasant

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5.9 Pleasant

Karan Singh.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

8 Very good

The beach with stunning beauty that leaves one in awe. The natural surroundings and picturesque scenery create a tranquil atmosphere that rejuvenates the mind and soul. The breathtaking views of the ocean and the soft sand underfoot make for a truly memorable experience.

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Nikolai Karamanlis

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Improved accessibility for scuba diving is a notable highlight of this beach.

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Larissa Marzetti.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This beach is like something out of a storybook! The scenery is absolutely breathtaking and the atmosphere is so serene. It's as if time slows down and all your worries just fade away. Truly a magical experience.