{"id":6110,"date":"2022-06-17T16:41:27","date_gmt":"2022-06-17T14:41:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.elissos.com\/?p=6110"},"modified":"2022-06-17T16:41:27","modified_gmt":"2022-06-17T14:41:27","slug":"the-10-most-%ce%b2eautiful-%ce%b2eaches-in-crete","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.elissos.com\/de\/the-10-most-%ce%b2eautiful-%ce%b2eaches-in-crete\/","title":{"rendered":"The 10 most \u0392eautiful \u0392eaches in Crete"},"content":{"rendered":"

Do you prefer the cosmopolitan Elafonisi or the completely deserted Agiofarago?<\/p>\n

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Selecting the most beautiful beaches in Crete is most definitely a difficult task. Because, as we all know, the most beautiful beaches in Crete are more than ten. Therefore, let this just be the beginning of a list that could even expand to 20 or 50 of the most beautiful beaches in Crete.<\/p>\n

\"Elafonissi<\/p>\n

Elafonissi Beach<\/a><\/h2>\n

In the south of the Prefecture of Chania, 78 km from Chania<\/p>\n

The most exotic of the exotic beaches of Crete has waters that are so blue that they look fake – and the pink sand that they end up in makes it even harder to believe that the landscape in front of your eyes is real. Of course, people will tell you that the waters are so shallow and so hot that they are not suitable for swimming and that the crowds in August make the sunbeds spread out in the water – and they will not be completely wrong. Lovers of exotic landscapes and seclusion walk through the water, to the equally beautiful island opposite, with its white dunes and the right depth of water.<\/p>\n

Falassarna Beach<\/a><\/h2>\n

In the Prefecture of Chania, 17 km from Kissamos<\/p>\n

Wonderful, soft sand-like powder. Fantastic turquoise waters. The impressive landscape is created by the mountains that embrace it. And a huge area, so you can pretend you can’t see the sunbeds and umbrellas that are drowning her. It can\u2019t get more perfect than that!<\/p>\n

\"preveli<\/p>\n

Preveli Beach<\/a><\/h2>\n

In the south of the prefecture of Rethymnon, about 40 kilometers from Rethymnon<\/p>\n

At the end of the green Kourtaliotiko Gorge, hidden behind a beautiful palm forest – smaller though, less touristy than that of Vai – the most famous beach of Rethymnon has crystal clear blue waters, golden sand to swell in the sea.<\/p>\n

Triopetra Beach<\/a><\/h2>\n

In the south of the prefecture of Rethymno, about 50 kilometers from Rethymnon<\/p>\n

Crystal clear waters, soft sand, and a famous sunset that paints the Libyan waters orange and red are its strong features. The beach of Triopetra has umbrellas and sunbeds (just as many as to not spoil the landscape, and leave space free for those who want to feel the sand) and a nice tavern in case you are hungry, as the hours until sunset are many.<\/p>\n

\"falassarna<\/p>\n

Agiofaraggo Beach<\/a><\/h2>\n

In the south of the prefecture of Heraklion, very close to Matala<\/p>\n

Away from everyone and everything, at the end of an imposing gorge that you will need about an hour and a half to cross, the beach of Agiofaraggos is pebbly, with crystal clear waters, and without any „organization“. If you are not very athletic, you can come here by boat from Kalous Limenes, the nearest village to the beach, Kokkino Pyrgos (2 km from Tympaki) or Agia Galini.<\/p>\n

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Agios Pavlos Beach<\/a><\/h2>\n

In the south of the Prefecture of Rethymno, 50 km from Agia Galini<\/p>\n

Probably the largest dunes you have ever seen (their height reaches 30 meters!) End gently on a sandy beach, which in turn ends in the crystal-clear waters of the Libyan Sea. A magical sunset and the umbrellas that glow in their absence complete the already perfect image.<\/p>\n

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Kedrodasos Beach<\/a><\/h2>\n

In the Prefecture of Chania, almost next to Elafonissi<\/p>\n

A beautiful cedar forest frames its almost white sandy beach, ending in icy, crystal clear, turquoise waters. Mysteriously, she has managed to escape from the tourist hype of the neighboring Elafonissi, and this gives her some extra points on our scale.<\/p>\n

Balos Beach<\/a><\/h2>\n

In the Prefecture of Chania, 58 km from Chania<\/p>\n

The beach that adorns more posters of the Greek Ministry of Tourism than any other has white and pink sand, turquoise (extremely shallow) waters, and a completely exotic lagoon. You will arrive here by boat from Kissamos if you do not want to drive the relatively inaccessible road, and then walk the path.<\/p>\n

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Seitan Limania Beach<\/a><\/h2>\n

In the Prefecture of Chania, 20 km from Chania<\/p>\n

You may also hear it called „Stefanos“ beach: It is a sandy beach, at the end of a narrow strip of turquoise sea that meanders between white cliffs.<\/p>\n

Kolokytha Bay<\/h2>\n

In the Prefecture of Lassithi, 16 km from Agios Nikolaos<\/p>\n

Clear, emerald waters, almost white sand and a natural shade of tamarisk make up this little secluded paradise that takes a bit of walking to reach – but all the beauty does not require a little effort?<\/p>\n

\"sailing-heraklion-travel<\/p>\n

Elissos Sailing Experiences<\/h2>\n

As a little surprise for you, we want to share with you three of our private sailing experiences. The best thing about our sailing experiences is that we can completely customize them based on your preferences. So create your own beach experience here<\/a><\/p>\n

Enjoy Sailing to the Cretan Sea in Luxury<\/a><\/h3>\n

Sailing from the Port of Heraklion on a Luxurious Beneteau Oceanis 43ft Yacht, you will have the chance to explore beautiful marine landscapes. Enjoy this beautiful Private Sailing Experience on the Cretan Sea under the pure Mediterranean sunlight, in the morning, or watch the spectacular colors of the sunset!<\/p>\n

You will enjoy your time on the yacht while having your coffee, traditional cookies, orange juice, fruit salad, a bottle of wine, soft drinks, and mineral water, all served on board.<\/p>\n