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

The Lissos beach is mostly covered with rocks. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is rocky, so special footwear is highly recommended.

What are the key activities at Lissos beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Lissos beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Lissos beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Snorkeling</li></ul>

Is the Lissos 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.Lissos beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Lissos 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 rocks and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Lissos beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Lissos beach?

Lissos beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Hiking adventurers</li></ul>

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Lissos beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Lissos beach?

There are 192 places to stay in the Lissos beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Lissos beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8759405&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">COCOONING BLUE HOUSE Elafonisi</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6157623&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Best View Mountain Villa</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5140075&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Vasiliki's Residence Amazing View</a></li></ul>

How far is the Lissos beach from parking?

The Lissos beach has no parking spot and you have to overcome a long descent.

Are there any attractions nearby Lissos beach?

There are 3 attractions near Lissos beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Lissos Archaelogical Site located in 0.2 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

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

The month with the highest temperature in Lissos beach 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?

Lissos 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.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all Lissos beach (Crete island) is completely lacking in comfortable sunbathe facilities. There are no sun loungers and umbrellas, this is usually not a problem for an unsophisticated tourist who can relax on a towel, but in this case the rest can be very uncomfortable due to pebbles.Lying on it is possible, but is far from comfortable. In addition there is a lack of natural shade, which leaves you alone with the summer sun. So our recommendation is that you can sunbathe comfortably on the Lissos beach for a short time, and not at the peak of sunbathing. If you want to explore the photos of this beach - they are above on the page.

Photo of Lissos beach with rocks cover surface

Photo of Lissos beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Lissos beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Lissos beach located in natural area

Lissos beach

Soúgia, Greece

6.7

#309 out of 478 in Crete 12

Free entrance Virgin beach Good for Snorkeling

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Located outside the settlement

Sougia • 2.4 km

Map of beach

Hiking Area Lissos gorge

980m

Hiking Area Anidri Canyon

6.2km

National Park Anydroi Gorge

8km

Hiking Area Tripiti gorge

8.5km

Restaurant imbiss taverne anidri

8.8 - Excellent 6km

Restaurant Kantina Anydri

9.6 - Exceptional 6.1km

Restaurant old school house - Coffee/Snack

9.2 - Excellent 6.3km

Bar Pearl cavo

9.4 - Excellent 8.6km

Restaurant Restaurant Vrissali

9.6 - Exceptional 8.9km

Restaurant Oriental Bay Restaurant

8.4 - Very good 9.2km

Restaurant To Kyma

8.2 - Very good 9.3km

Cafe Votsalo

9.4 - Excellent 9.3km

Restaurant MARIAS RESTAURANT

9 - Excellent 9.3km

Tourist Attraction Lissos Beach

50m

Tourist Attraction Lissos Archaelogical Site

9.2 - Excellent 240m

Tourist Attraction Mimi's Rock

9 - Excellent 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Roman Aqueduct

2.8km

Tourist Attraction Ancient Eliros

10 - Exceptional 5.3km

Tourist Attraction Carved Caves

6.3km

Tourist Attraction Fountain

6.5km

Tourist Attraction Nereids Spring

6.8km

Tourist Attraction Sculpture Garden Gerhard Stelzhammer

7.4km

Historical Landmark Asclepieion of Lissos

470m

Historical Landmark Sougia pyramid

4km

Historical Landmark Cave of Polyphemus

4.2km

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About

Lissos beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 309th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 169.6 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Sougia settlement, just 2.4 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.

Weather

history

+26 ^o C +24 ^o C

Air temperature

6 M/S

Wind

+25 ^o C

Water temperature

0.7 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Sougia • 2.4 km

Map of beach

Hiking Area Lissos gorge

980m

Hiking Area Anidri Canyon

6.2km

National Park Anydroi Gorge

8km

Hiking Area Tripiti gorge

8.5km

Restaurant imbiss taverne anidri

8.8 - Excellent 6km

Restaurant Kantina Anydri

9.6 - Exceptional 6.1km

Restaurant old school house - Coffee/Snack

9.2 - Excellent 6.3km

Bar Pearl cavo

9.4 - Excellent 8.6km

Restaurant Restaurant Vrissali

9.6 - Exceptional 8.9km

Restaurant Oriental Bay Restaurant

8.4 - Very good 9.2km

Restaurant To Kyma

8.2 - Very good 9.3km

Cafe Votsalo

9.4 - Excellent 9.3km

Restaurant MARIAS RESTAURANT

9 - Excellent 9.3km

Tourist Attraction Lissos Beach

50m

Tourist Attraction Lissos Archaelogical Site

9.2 - Excellent 240m

Tourist Attraction Mimi's Rock

9 - Excellent 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Roman Aqueduct

2.8km

Tourist Attraction Ancient Eliros

10 - Exceptional 5.3km

Tourist Attraction Carved Caves

6.3km

Tourist Attraction Fountain

6.5km

Tourist Attraction Nereids Spring

6.8km

Tourist Attraction Sculpture Garden Gerhard Stelzhammer

7.4km

Historical Landmark Asclepieion of Lissos

470m

Historical Landmark Sougia pyramid

4km

Historical Landmark Cave of Polyphemus

4.2km

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Stays nearby

3 accomodations nearby

21.9km from the beach

9.4 Excellent

COCOONING BLUE HOUSE Elafonisi

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Sougia • 23.1km from center

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22.9km from the beach

9.7 Exceptional

Vasiliki's Residence Amazing View

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Sougia • 22.9km from center

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6.8km from the beach

Best View Mountain Villa

Entire Villa

Stratoi • 7.8km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

2.2km

Sougia beach

7.7 Very good

3.7km

Astropelekita beach

6.7 Good

5.9km

Ammoudia beach

7.7 Very good

6.1km

Gialiskari beach

8.6 Excellent

8.4km

Keratides beach

6.7 Good

8.5km

Bed Sheet beach

6.6 Good

9.2km

Chalikia beach

7.7 Very good

9.9km

Pahia Ammos beach Pahia Ammos

8.7 Excellent

Localities

Nearest

Sougia • 2.4km

Main locality of province

Kastelli • 169.6km

Transport

Airport

CHQ • 46.2km

Bus Station

Bus Stop: KALAMAKI • 34.6km

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Talvin Co.

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The scenery that unfolds from atop the hills is simply breathtaking!

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Kai E.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This cove boasts crystal-clear waters, perfect for a refreshing swim after a hike over the hill from Sougia. However, if you're not up for the return hike, be sure to check the boat times (currently departing at 15:30) beforehand. Keep in mind that there is no mobile phone reception at Lissos, so you won't be able to call a water taxi from there. While it is possible to hike with children aged 8 and up, be sure to bring plenty of water and sun protection. Don't forget to pack your snorkeling gear for a chance to explore the underwater world. Along the way, you'll be treated to a beautiful gorge with an impressive overhanging wall. Take a moment to observe the ancient sea level visible on the rocks, which sits some 8 meters above today's level. On July 21st, 365 AD, a massive earthquake rocked Crete, lifting the southwest coast by up to 9 meters. This means that Lissos bay was once deeper inland than it is today, a testament to the incredible force and destruction caused. You can even see the palaeo-shoreline on the rocks during the boat ride back.

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Zander K.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

To reach the stunning beach and historical sanctuary of Asklepios, one must embark on a one-hour trek over the mountain. Though not particularly challenging, it's advisable to don a pair of sturdy athletic shoes for the journey. Bringing along some water and snacks is also recommended. Once you've had your fill of sun, sand and sea, you can either catch the 15:30 daily boat back to Sougia or make the return trip on foot.

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Gryzgo Cichozs

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The journey from Sougia to this charming little pebble beach is definitely worth it. Despite its slightly remote location, the serenity and tranquility of this place is truly remarkable. It also seems to be a popular spot for those who prefer to sunbathe in the nude, perhaps owing to its seclusion. If you're looking to return to Sougia, you can either catch a boat at a set time for €5 per person, or pay €10 per person for a more flexible schedule.

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Zephyrion Valtaris

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

I embarked on a picturesque hike from Sougia to this stunning beach, taking in the natural beauty of the gorge along the way. The journey took approximately 1.5 hours each way, but the refreshing sea and crystal clear waters upon arrival made it all worthwhile. As an added bonus, the ancient city is located nearby and is definitely worth a visit. Overall, this was a fabulous trip that I highly recommend to anyone seeking a unique and memorable beach experience.