{"id":2043,"date":"2026-07-16T11:49:22","date_gmt":"2026-07-16T11:49:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eolidesvillas.gr\/?page_id=2043"},"modified":"2026-07-16T11:54:21","modified_gmt":"2026-07-16T11:54:21","slug":"beaches","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/eolidesvillas.gr\/el\/discover\/local-crete-guide\/beaches\/","title":{"rendered":"Popular Beaches"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Discover<\/a> \/ Local Crete Guide<\/a> \/ Popular Beaches<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n

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Popular Beaches<\/h1><\/div>
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Libyan Sea coves and classic south-coast beaches, from Preveli to Plakias.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t

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Preveli Palm Beach<\/h3>\n

541 locals recommend<\/em><\/p>\n

One of Southern Crete’s most famous beaches, where Megas Potamos river flows through a dense native palm forest into turquoise Libyan Sea waters.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t

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Souda Beach<\/h3>\n

136 locals recommend<\/em><\/p>\n

A wide, scenic beach with coarse sand set in a majestic natural landscape near Plakias.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n\n\t

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Skinaria Beach<\/h3>\n

92 locals recommend<\/em><\/p>\n

Located 33km south of Rethymno, Skinaria is a beach paradise featuring fine grayish sand, crystal clear deep turquoise waters, and rich underwater marine life.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t

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Korakas Beach (Rodakino)<\/h3>\n

33 locals recommend<\/em><\/p>\n

A expansive grey pebble beach in Rodakino village with pristine clear waters, organized sunbeds, umbrellas, seaside tavernas, and guest rooms.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n\n\t

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Foteinari Cove<\/h3>\n

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A small, sheltered unorganized beach with natural spring water outlets and dramatic cliff overhangs providing shade.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t

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Damnoni Beach<\/h3>\n

143 locals recommend<\/em><\/p>\n

Located 35km south of Rethymno, Damnoni is a long white-sand beach with clear turquoise waters, sunbeds, water sports, scuba diving, and tavernas.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n\n\t

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Frangokastello Beach<\/h3>\n

107 locals recommend<\/em><\/p>\n

A magnificent shallow sandy beach overlooked by the imposing 14th-century Venetian castle of Frangokastello. Ideal for families.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t

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Plakias Beach<\/h3>\n

14 locals recommend<\/em><\/p>\n

A famous tourist resort 36km south of Rethymno, featuring a long organized sandy bay, shallow waters, beachfront dining, and water activities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n\n\t

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Bali Beach<\/h3>\n

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Quiet, wind-sheltered seaside bays with calm turquoise waters, perfect for swimming and family relaxation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t

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Falassarna Beach<\/h3>\n

581 locals recommend<\/em><\/p>\n

An award-winning wide expanse of golden sand in western Chania, famous for crystal waters and sunset views.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n\n\t

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Elafonisi Beach<\/h3>\n

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World-famous island lagoon beach with pink coral-crushed sand, warm shallow turquoise waters, and rare coastal nature.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t

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Little Triopetra Beach<\/h3>\n

A beach of rare natural beauty featuring iconic stone monoliths. Visitors should check wind reports before visiting.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n\n\t

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Agios Pavlos Sand Dunes Beach<\/h3>\n

52 locals recommend<\/em><\/p>\n

A dramatic sand dune beach setting offering spectacular panoramic sunset views over the Libyan Sea.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n<\/div><\/div>\n\t\t

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Sights & Destinations<\/h3>\n<\/div>
Gorges, villages, and iconic Crete day trips.<\/div><\/div> Sights & Destinations<\/span><\/a> <\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div> \n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div> \n\n\t
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Archaeological Sites<\/h3>\n<\/div>
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