What is the water and sand quality of the Beach?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gold color. It's relatively 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 Beach?

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

Is the Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the 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 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>Mountains/hills in the vicinity</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Beach?

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 Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Beach?

There are 23 places to stay in the Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8258513&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Ravdoucha Epavlis - Luxury Private Villas</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=7046690&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa Spilia Homeleader</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8487002&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Pamelas House with Jacuzzi</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8367166&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">World Villa</a></li></ul>

Are there any attractions nearby Beach?

There are 3 attractions near Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Archaeological Area Diktinna located in 1.4 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

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

The month with the highest temperature in 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?

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.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.

Beach

Afráta, Greece

#336 out of 478 in Crete 2

Free entrance Virgin beach Deserted Good for Snorkeling

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Located outside the settlement

Afrata • 9.1 km

Map of beach

Park Voreio Tmima Chersonisou Rodopou Dimou Kolymvariou

1.5km

Hiking Area Χερσόνησος Ροδωπού

3.5km

Hiking Area Οροπέδιο Αγίου Νικολάου

5.8km

Tourist Attraction Archaeological Area Diktinna

9.2 - Excellent 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Sfakos beach

3.7km

Tourist Attraction Dyktinna Sanctuary

4.4km

Tourist Attraction Ορμίσκος Αμυγδαλιά

9.6km

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About

Beach is located on the Sea of Crete (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 336th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 176.9 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Afrata settlement, just 9.1 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

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 outside the settlement

Afrata • 9.1 km

Map of beach

Park Voreio Tmima Chersonisou Rodopou Dimou Kolymvariou

1.5km

Hiking Area Χερσόνησος Ροδωπού

3.5km

Hiking Area Οροπέδιο Αγίου Νικολάου

5.8km

Tourist Attraction Archaeological Area Diktinna

9.2 - Excellent 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Sfakos beach

3.7km

Tourist Attraction Dyktinna Sanctuary

4.4km

Tourist Attraction Ορμίσκος Αμυγδαλιά

9.6km

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Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Afrata • 10.4km from center

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18.6km from the beach

8 Very good

Landro House

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Located at nearest locality

Afrata • 10.4km from center

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18.6km from the beach

9.9 Exceptional

Rikanthos Stone Sea View Apartment

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Located at nearest locality

Afrata • 9.9km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 5.8 (Pleasant)

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Localities

Nearest

Afrata • 9.1km

Main locality of province

Kastelli • 176.9km

Transport

Airport

CHQ • 37.6km

Bus Station

Bus Stop: KALAMAKI • 24.4km

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6 Pleasant

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Nathan Ross

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

wow

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Crumble Cruncher

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach appears to be quite impressive, but it is only accessible via a dirt road that spans approximately 20 kilometers. Despite our best efforts, we were unable to reach it on a scooter or bike. A car is the only viable means of transportation to get there.

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Ethan Anderson

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

4 Frustrating

We were unable to reach the beach in our regular vehicle as it can only be accessed by a 4x4, so we had to turn back.

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Nikos Katsaros

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This beautiful beach is situated in a secluded location, making it a bit challenging to access by foot. However, once you make the effort to reach it, you'll be rewarded with an incredible snorkelling experience. Stefan's assessment of the beach's accessibility from the north is spot on.

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Kivi V.

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach is an exquisite destination that is secluded and requires some effort to reach, guaranteeing a peaceful and tranquil experience. The journey from Ravdoucha to the beach is approximately two hours by car, and the road can be challenging for vehicles like a Fiat Panda. Trekking through the valley is not recommended, so it is advisable to traverse the terrain and descend about 100 meters from the north to access the beach. The breathtaking scenery and serene atmosphere make it worth the trip.