This is my guide to 26 best beaches in Crete, from stunning Balos Beach and the pink sands of Elafonissi to hidden gems on the remote south coast. An island of staggering beauty.
In seeking out these beaches, we’ve been overwhelmingly spoiled for choice. Crete has many of the best beaches in Greece, indeed the Mediterranean. Many people decide where to spend their holidays in Crete based on the beaches close to their hotels. We booked some of our Crete holidays with the same thing in mind.
Crete’s inland mountain scenery is staggering, but much of its coast takes the breath away. We have visited a huge variety of beaches in Crete, from some of the popular resorts on the north coast of the island to some of the most remote places in Crete.
The Top Ten Best Beaches In Crete
Here are our pick of the top 10 best beaches to visit in Crete – in no particular order:
- Balos Beach
- Agios Pavlos Beach
- Elafonissi Beach
- Kedrodasos Beach
- Gramvousa Beach
- Falassarna Beach
- Voulisma Beach
- Potamos Beach, Malia
- Kalypso Beach
- Geropotamos Beach
We have visited these beaches and many more over more than eight months in Crete, in two long extended stays on the island.
26 Best Beaches In Crete
1. Balos Beach
Balos Beach Crete has featured in many a best beaches list – Crete, Greece, the Mediterranean, Europe, the world. It’s one of the top Crete travel destinations, a beach you can visit on a tour from just about every travel agency between there and Heraklion. It features on just about every what to do in Crete list.
As we say in our Balos beach guide, it is definitely worth the hype. The beach is part of a lagoon in the north-west corner of Crete, between the island mainland and Cape Tigani, a mountain that looks like, but isn’t, an island.
The shallow lagoon water is to the south of the sand, and the sea side of the beach is to the north. As with some of the other most popular beaches in Crete, it gets packed in the summer months, and is a much more enjoyable experience in the warm autumn months.
Even if you’ve come by boat, climb the hill towards the car park for the astounding view. One of the most beautiful beaches in Europe.
Getting there: by boat from Kissamos, or by dirt road from there. The ferry service is operated by Cretan Daily Cruises, and runs May to the end of October. This Balos tour from Chania and Rethymno includes pickup, return boat trips and a stop at Gramvousa (see the following section).
Facilities: a couple of snack bars, a WC and a limited supply of sun beds and umbrellas. The ferry rents out umbrellas for 4 euros plus a 5 euro deposit.
See Also: 30 Famous Landmarks In Greece
2. Gramvousa Beach
Gramvousa could lay claim to being one of the best beaches in Greece, never mind Crete. What a place. It’s on the remote island of Imeri Gramvousa, off the coast of northwest Crete but on the ferry route from Kissamos to nearby Balos beach.
The ferry schedule usually allows you up to two hours on Gramvousa Island. Some opt for the hike up to Gramvousa Castle, a Venetian fortress with outstanding views over the beach and back to Crete.
The other option is a dip in the brilliant turquoise water of Gramvousa beach. It’s one of the most idyllic locations we’ve ever visited. Getting to Balos Beach involves a fair bit of effort and it’s worth it. So is Gramvousa beach.
Getting there: on the Kissamos to Balos ferry
Facilities: WC
3. Kedrodasos Beach
Kedrodasos is one of the most beautiful beaches in Crete, without a doubt. It’s only a 2 km hike from Elafonissi but what a contrast. Its name means ‘cedar grove’ but the trees that populate this series of coves and dunes are junipers.
The walk from Elafonissi involves a fair bit of rock-hopping and scrambling – it’s on a section of the E4 long distance hiking trail across Crete.
Spending time at Kedrodasos was one of the highlights of our holidays in Crete. It’s a blissfully beautiful place, with some of the clearest water we’ve ever seen. Even in summer you won’t find many others around.
The seclusion of Kedrodasos makes it popular – meaning you might just find ten people there – including naturists. The busy Crete resorts have their charms – but Kedrodasos is something else. One of the best places to visit in Crete.
Getting there: You can get to within ten minutes of the beach by car, after which you have to walk. Otherwise you need to walk on the E4 trail, either from Elafonissi or Krios beach, to the east.
Facilities: None
4. Elafonissi Beach
Elafonissi is the pink beach Crete is most famous for. It’s a stunning sight, one of the best places in Crete to visit. Most of the sand is not actually pink – the fringe along the shoreline is, like a frosting of candy floss. It’s a remarkable sight, best experienced late in the season (towards the end of October) when the crowds have left.
Elafonissi (also spelt Elafonisi) is very popular so in summer it is crammed with visitors. It’s in a remote location in the corner of south west Crete.
It actually consists of several beaches – the main sea-facing beach, the adjoining lagoon beach, and more beaches along Elafonissi Island, to which you can often paddle on foot.
Getting there: many opt to visit on a tour to Elafonissi from Chania or from Rethymno. A ferry and catamaran tours also run from Paleochora during the season.
Facilities: Umbrellas, sun beds, beach bars, snack bars, WC
5. Falassarna Beach
Falassarna Beach is a magical place. It’s on the west coast of Crete, around 12 km (8 miles) as the crow flies down from Balos Beach. Also spelt Falasarna, this beach has an awe-inspiring feel, with dramatic high mountains at either end. It has a real end of the world feel that reminded me of amazing beaches like Rhossili and Llanddwyn Island in my home country, Wales.
At Falassarna you get five beaches in one. They stretch over 3 km (2 miles) end to end, and vary greatly. The glorious main beach is one of the best sandy beaches in Greece, with some of the clearest water for swimming we’ve ever seen.
There are also sections to the north with natural rock pools where our son was swimming every day. Throw in some dunes and rocks to explore back from the shore and you have something for everyone. As a family we loved Falassarna – so much that a three-night stay turned into two weeks.
Getting there: Good surfaced roads run from Kissamos, 20 km away. Buses also run several times a day until mid-October from Chania and Kissamos.
Tours: Most tours that run to Falassarna only tend to go there in the late afternoon, including this Falassarna sunset tour from Chania. Otherwise you’re looking at a combination tour taking you to Falassarna and Elafonissi beaches from Chania, or Falassarna and Balos Beaches, with the return ferry to Balos included.
Facilities: Several tavernas, some sections with sun beds and umbrellas. Watersports hire on the main beach.
Where To Stay: We stayed at Falasarna Bay Hotel, which has comfortable family apartments and some of the most stupendous views you’re ever likely to get from a hotel room
6. Agios Pavlos Beach, Agia Roumeli
There are two Agios Pavlos beaches in Crete – this one, near Agia Roumeli, and another further along the south coast in Rethymno province.
This is one of the most secluded beaches in Crete, and requires more effort than most others on our list to reach. But what rewards. It’s a 4 km hike from Agia Roumeli, Crete, the end point for the great Samaria Gorge hike.
It takes its name from the exquisitely beautiful 11th century Byzantine church of St Paul, which sits just above the beach. It’s a mixture of pebbles and grey sand, surrounded by vertiginous mountains and cliffs. One of my personal favourite places to visit in Crete.
Getting there: A 4 km (2.5 miles) hike from Agia Roumeli, which you can reach on the Paleochora ferry. You may also be able to get someone to take you over on a boat from Agia Roumeli harbour for a fee.
Facilities: The St Paul Taverna, with the menu painted on a large rock, is open during the season.
Where To Stay: Paralia Guest House, Agia Roumeli
7. Voulisma Beach
This wondrous stretch of golden sand is our favourite beach in eastern Crete. There’s a long, shallow shelf of sand that extends over 100 metres out to sea, which makes it very child-friendly, ideal for paddling close to the shore. It’s also a great spot for beginner swimmers to learn their first strokes.
The turquoise water is stunning, and some of the clearest we’ve seen anywhere in Europe. Locals advised us that we had picked a great day to visit as the water was so calm. It’s one place where windy conditions can spoil the experience, as plastic bottles can end up being funnelled southwards towards the beach. So check the wind forecast before you visit.
Getting there: By bus from Agios Nikolaos bus station – a 20-minute journey.
Facilities – everything you need is there, with two cafes just above the beach, and even ‘VIP sunbeds’ with lockers for your valuables.
Tours: This Voulisma beach tour runs from resorts along the north coast and Heraklion.
Where To Stay – Istron Bay Hotel – 5-star luxury a 10-minute walk from Voulisma Beach
8. Kalypso Beach Crete
Kalypso beach is one of the most unusual south Crete beaches. It’s also one of the least known Crete destinations on our list. It’s part of the Kalypso Cretan Village Resort & Spa, hidden behind a rocky headland 5 km from the resort village of Plakias.
It’s also known as the Pirates’ Fjord. You won’t find any sand, or indeed pebbles, here, just some of the most exquisite clear emerald water on the planet. Our family fish Faye rates it the best water she has ever swum in, anywhere.
One side of the fjord is a cliff soaring over a hundred metres high, and this is linked by a bridge to the other side, a narrow finger of land barely ten metres high. You’ll find some of the best snorkelling in Crete here as well as the fantastic swimming.
Getting there: by road 5 km from the village of Plakias.
Facilities: WC in the Hotel 200 metres away; snorkelling equipment hire, a limited café next to the beach. Restaurants and bar in the Hotel.
9. Plakias Beach Crete
Plakias is one of the best places to go in Crete if you plan on beach-hopping, and the village beach is a great place to start. As with the other beach villages in south Crete, it’s one of the quieter Crete holiday resorts, with plenty of tavernas on the street behind the beach. It’s not somewhere you come for the rowdy nightlife.
Plakias beach Crete is a real beauty, a crescent of fine sand facing west, ideal for sunset watching. The mountains to the right also make for a very impressive backdrop.
Getting there: You can only reach Plakias by road. It’s around 40 minutes by car from regional capital Rethymno, and a little longer from the bus station there.
Facilities: Everything you need – several tavernas, small supermarkets, information boards, sun beds, umbrellas, you name it.
Where To Stay: Horizon Beach Hotel – beachfront bolthole with superb views, restaurants close by
10. Damnoni Beach
Damnoni beach is another south coast beauty. It’s around 5 km (3 miles) from Plakias, or a 20-minute coast walk from Kalypso Beach, which is located the other side of the imposing rocky headland on the west side of the beach.
Damnoni is a fantastic sandy beach, with rugged mountain backdrops at either end. It also has something for everyone, so if you want to relax on the beach, try out a taverna, dabble in watersports, hike to nearby beaches like Kalypso or Ammoudi or take a boat trip to Preveli, it’s all here.
Getting there: 5 km (3 miles) from Plakias by road.
Tours: Several tours combine Damnoni with Preveli Beach and Kourtaliotiko Gorge, with a return boat trip between Damnoni and Preveli.
Facilities: Tavernas, cafes, watersports equipment hire, sun beds and umbrellas.
Where To Stay: Hapimag Resort Damnoni – 4-star resort with fantastic views just back from the beach
11. Rethymno Beach
Rethymno, also known as Rethymnon, is the third largest town on the island and arguably one of the best places to stay in Crete. On one side, the medieval Venetian old town is a great place to explore and linger. Barely five minutes away, it also boasts possibly the best sandy beach in Crete.
Much of the vast beach is ‘organised’, with the usual umbrellas, sun beds and beach bars. Yet there’s still lots of space to roam and wander. The beach extends eastwards to resorts such as Adelianos Kampos and Skaleta. We met several people who return to Rethymno year after year, seduced by having a great beach and bustling old town on the doorstep. It’s not hard to see why some think it’s the best town in Crete.
Getting there: It’s halfway between Heraklion and Chania, just off the highway. It has extensive bus connections.
Where To Stay: Palazzino di Corina – 4-star hotel in a centuries-old Venetian townhouse in Rethymno Old Town
12. Spilies Beach
One of the best Rethymno beaches is Spilies, also known as Mariou to Riaki. It’s secreted away down a wooded valley near the highway, a stunning narrow beach with amazing clear water.
It’s a pebble beach with honey-coloured cliffs each side – as the sun moves around during the afternoon, one of them makes for a lovely cool shade from the fierce summer heat.
Walk to the top of the cliff above the taverna for the best view, with the aquamarine water washing over vast slabs of rock below.
Facilities: There’s a taverna serving Greek classics like souvlaki and organising the sun beds and umbrellas.
Getting there: Turn off the highway at the Eko petrol station on the coast (north) side of the road, then follow the sign right down the hill and through the wood for about 600 metres. Buses between Rethymno and Panormos (and Heraklion) stop at the Eko stations either side of the road.
13. Geropotamos Beach
Geropotamos beach can be seen from the Heraklion to Chania highway, and it’s a stunning sight. On one side there is a river and lagoon, with the broad sweep of sand to its left. Beyond that, a splendid sea arch – Kamara – completes the scene.
I was surprised how little development there is at Geropotamos. It’s right next to the Iberostar Waves Creta Panorama and Mare – one of the biggest Crete resorts. Yet the crowds just weren’t there.
The beach can be susceptible to northerly winds, but even then there’s ample room to explore, and a beach bar and cantina to quench your thirst. One of the top beaches in Crete, somehow hidden in plain sight.
Getting there: via the main north coast highway, then turning off at the end of the bridge and back under it to reach the car park. Regular buses stop at the west end of the bridge.
Facilities: Beach bar, umbrellas, sun beds and taverna.
14. Karavostasi Beach Bali
Bali, on the north coast between Rethymno and Heraklion, is one of the busiest Crete holiday resorts. The village has a wonderful natural setting in a sheltered mountainous bay, and has five fine beaches. The catch? We visited in the shoulder season and found they were all packed solid, almost every grain of sand occupied by umbrellas and sunbeds.
It’s still worth stopping by to visit Karavostasi beach, one of the most beautiful Crete Greece beaches. It’s the furthest of the five from the main road, a 3 km walk or ride by the seasonal tourist train.
It’s in a gorgeous spot, with breathtaking views either side. It’s busy but there are cafes, tavernas, great snorkelling and exhilarating short walks around the headland. One of the most beautiful places in Crete.
Getting there: 3 km off the main Heraklion to Chania highway, at the far end of the village – buses stop at the exit for the village. From there, it’s either a five-minute drive or you can take the tourist road train there, passing the other Bali sights on the way.
Facilities: Tavernas, cafes, sun beds, umbrellas and watersports gear hire.
Where To Stay: Blue Bay Lifestyle – beautiful 4-star hotel in the centre of the village, a few metres from the main Bali Beach
15. Georgioupolis Beach
Georgioupolis is one of the longest beaches on all of Crete island, a 10 km sweep of sand from the village of the same name, with hotels close to the sands at Kavros, a few kilometres to the east.
An ideal spot for a Crete vacation, between the two historic towns of Chania and Rethymno, and also close to the waterfalls of Argyroupoli and the mountains. The beach gets very crowded close to the village and the iconic white chapel, but the crowds thin out after the beach bars 1 km. or so east.
Getting there: Georgioupolis is on the main highway across the north of the island. Regular buses between Heraklion, Rethymno and Chania also stop at the edge of the village.
Where To Stay – Georgioupolis Beach Hotel – the best hotel in town, superb location next to the beach and causeway to the chapel
16. Stavros Beach
Stavros beach is a stunner. It’s a lovely curve of golden sand next to a mountain, hidden away at the northern end of the Akrotiri Peninsula, just to the east of Chania.
It’s one of the most popular Chania Crete beaches, and no wonder. In summer hundreds flock there every day, stopping by at the busy tavernas afterwards. We visited right at the tail end of the season, on November 20th. There were about 15 people on the beach, nearly all of them swimming. It’s one of a number of great Chania beaches within easy reach of the beautiful old city.
Getting there: 12 km by road from Chania, or around 40 minutes by bus.
Facilities: Tavernas aplenty in season, likewise umbrellas, sunbeds, etc.
17. Pachia Ammos Beach Paleochora
Pachia Ammos is one of two beaches in Paleochora, a lovely town on the south-west coast of Crete. Relaxing or swimming at Pachia Ammos is one of the most popular things to do in Paleochora.
It’s a long sandy beach with views to the Venetian castle one way and west along the mountains. It’s also a great spot for watching sunset from one of several beach bars and restaurants along the strip.
Getting there: It’s on the west side of Paleochora town, which you can reach by car or bus from Chania.
Facilities: Beach bars, restaurants, the two main local supermarkets all within a minute’s walk of the beach
Where To Stay – Ammos Palaeochora Hotel – beachfront 3-star across the street from the town’s on ly supermarket and a great bakery
18. Gialiskari Beach
Gialiskari is one of those amazing places in Crete that very few people get to see.It’s 4 km (2.5 miles) from fairly low-key Paleochora, an outstanding base for Crete beach holidays.
Paleochora’s isolated location means it’s a fair way off the beaten path in Crete terms, and Gialiskari requires even more effort – a walk or slow drive along a dirt track.
It’s worth the journey just for the climax, as the gorgeous pebble beach of Gialiskari beach is revealed from between two cliffs. The rocky scenery is wonderful, and the mountains make for an amazing backdrop.
Several hand-painted signs direct you to sandy Anidri beach, less than five minutes from Gialiskari. The beach is also one of the best in southern Crete, with a great taverna under the trees.
Getting there: via the dirt road from Paleochora
Facilities: car parking, café, sun beds and umbrellas on Gialiskari beach; taverna, sun beds, umbrellas, and watersports gear hire on Anidri beach
Where To Stay – Alexia Rooms – highly-rated spot a few steps from Chalikia beach and the town’s best restaurants
19. Psilos Volakas Beach, Paleochora
There are several fine Paleochora beaches along the coast road west of the town, and this is our pick of them. It’s a relatively unexplored corner of Crete, but there are several beaches worthy of any holiday in Crete along this stretch of coast.
Psilos Volakas beach is around 3 km west of Paleochora. It’s a small cove, protected from any coastal winds by a rocky peninsula. It’s a blissful pebble beach, probably no more than 50 metres across.
As with the other Crete holiday destinations in this article, it gets busy in summer, but by the October shoulder season it’ll be a lot quieter, and more enjoyable. Karavopetra beach, just to the west, is also worth seeking out for its striking rock formations.
Getting there: By car or bus to Koundoura along the coast road west of Paleochora
Facilities: Small taverna, sun beds, umbrellas, WC
20. Sougia Beach
21. Domata Beach
There can’t be many less accessible beaches in Crete than Domata. It’s a 4-hour hike from Agia Roumeli over some tough, steep terrain. However you can see it from the Agia Roumeli ferry from Paleochora, which passes very close by.
The beach is in two parts, both under spectacular cliffs. The western section, the first you pass en route from Paleochora, has an unusual rock formation that looks like a series of walls.
This is at the end of the wild, dramatic Klados gorge. It’s a pebble beach with typically clear water, and incredible place on the Libyan Sea south coast of Crete.
Getting there: on foot on the E4 trail from either Agia Roumeli or Sougia.
Facilities: None
22. Matala Beach
Matala is one of the most famous Crete beaches. It became popular when the island was ‘discovered’ in the 1970s, and it became a hippie hangout. Some even set up in the caves in the honeycombed cliff on the north side of the beach.
You can walk up to some of the caves for a great view of the beach, which is a mixture of sand and pebbles.
Getting there: by road from nearby Agia Galini. Many travel agents, especially in the main towns, offer tours to Matala beach Crete. From Rethymno there are tours which also visit the beautiful mountain village of Spili.
Tours: This tour runs from Heraklion to Matala and Odigitria Monastery, while this Matala tour from Rethymno also visits the gorgeous village of Spili.
Facilities: Matala is one of the more popular Crete sights, and everything you’ll need is here – tavernas, cafes, shops, sun beds, umbrellas.
23. Preveli Beach
Preveli beach Crete is another of the best beaches south Crete has. Its location is quite isolated, at the mouth of the Kourtaliotis gorge with a stunning palm tree forest. The beach is essentially a long finger of sand with sea on one side and fresh river water the other.
It involves a trek down the mountain – 400 steps – to reach it, but it’s a sublime spot. There are great viewpoints up on the cliffs either side of the beach. Preveli is one of the top Crete attractions, known the world over – there is a lovely beach in Western Australia named after it.
Getting there: By road or bus from Rethymno or Plakias, with the aforementioned 400-step walk to follow. Otherwise, boats also run from Plakias and Damnoni. Regular tours to Preveli also depart from Rethymno and Chania in season.
Facilities: Snack bar on the beach.
Tours: This Preveli tour from Rethymno also includes a visit to nearby Damnoni beach.
24. Frangokastello Beach
Frangokastello has one of the most spectacular settings of any Crete beaches, with an imposing medieval Venetian castle dominating the scene and mountains forming a splendid scenic backdrop.
It’s one of the quieter Crete holiday destinations, an open, exposed swathe of sand with lapped by the shallow turquoise waters of the Libyan Sea. It’s also a short walk (1 km) to the vast sand hills of Orthi Ammos beach, its continuation to the east.
The only drawback with this superb beach is that strong northerly winds can whip up the sand. If you’re there on a day with little wind, no such problem.
Getting there: By road from Chania, Rethymno or Chora Sfakion; buses run up until late October from Chania.
Facilities: Tavernas, beach bars, sun beds, umbrellas
25. Seitan Limania Beach
Tiny Seitan Limania beach is tucked away at the base of cliffs on the east side of the Akrotiri Peninsula near Chania. Many rate it as one of the best beaches in Chania province, and it’s a unique place indeed: a narrow strip of sand, deep in a rocky inlet with glorious turquoise water.
Getting to Seitan Limania can be quite an adventure. The only way down is along what can loosely be called a path (as a friend once said to me descending an almost vertical mountain in Central Europe: ”Think of it more as a series of footholds”). Expect it to be packed to the rafters in summer.
Getting there: By road from Chania or by bus during season (in 2025 buses stopped by September 1st)
Facilities: None
26. Skinaria Beach
Plakias is one of our favourite south Crete resorts because of the variety of excellent beaches nearby. Another beach that should be essential on any Crete sightseeing itinerary is Skinaria.
It’s the wildest of the beaches near Plakias, and requires a bit more effort to reach than the others. It has soft sand, relatively sheltered crystal clear waters and magnificent mountain views. It’s also the ideal environment for snorkelling and is one of the best places for scuba diving in Crete.
Getting there: It’s 3 km (2 miles) from the village of Lefkogia, which is on the Rethymno to Plakias road. If you’re using the bus, you can get off in Lefkogia and walk.
Facilities: Beach cafe with sun beds, umbrellas and WC
Best Crete beaches FAQ’S
What Are The Best Beaches In Crete For Families ?
- Elafonissi
- Balos – the south (lagoon) side with the shallow water
- Falassarna – the section north of Agia Paraskevi church is by far the best, with two natural sheltered rock pools
- Potamos Beach, Malia
What Are The Best Beaches Near Chania ?
- Stavros
- Seitan Limania
What Are The Best Sandy Beaches In Crete
- Kedrodasos
- Falassarna
- Voulisma
What Are The Best Beaches In Crete For Snorkelling
- Kalypso Beach
- Karavostasi Beach, Bali
- Spilies Beach
The Best Beach in Crete?
This question could provoke endless head-scratching and debate, but for us, as a family, there was one which stood out from the rest. It really got under our collective skin, and the three of us fell deeply in love with this beach.
It features on many a ‘what to see in Crete’ list, though not necessarily always at the top.
This beach has some of the most beautiful scenery in Crete, with steep, high mountains at either end of the beach. It actually consists of five very different beaches, and the walk along all five is a wonder indeed.
It has a wild, end of the earth feel. There are a few small hotels, guest houses and apartments, several tavernas, a couple of small supermarkets and a single ATM. If you want to get away from it all, especially after the summer rush recedes, this may just be the best place to stay in Crete for you.
The best beach in Crete? Falassarna.
Best Beaches In Crete – Final Thoughts
I hope you have enjoyed this guide to Crete’s best beaches, and that it has given you some inspiration and something to look forward to in the coming months.
I’ve also written numerous other articles on Crete, and here is a small selection for you to browse:
20 Best Rethymno Beaches To Visit
20 Best Things To Do In Chania
15 Best Things To Do In Heraklion
Visiting Heraklion Archaeological Museum
15 Things To do in Hersonissos
12 Best Things To Do In Agios Nikolaos
Visiting Spinalonga Island Crete
Visiting Kritsa, Crete – one of the island’s most beautiful villages
Hersonissos Beaches – the 15 best beaches around the busy Crete resort
Things to Do In Hersonissos – boat trips, beaches and one of the best museums in Crete
Things To Do In Malia – parties, beaches, jeep safaris and a World Heritage Site
Malia Beaches – the complete guide to Malia’s famous beaches
Voulisma Beach – gorgeous tropical beach near Agios Nikolao
Bali Crete Beaches – all 5 beaches in this north coast seaside village
You may also like:
- Pink Beaches In Crete – discover the magical pink sand beaches of Crete
- Falassarna Beach – a little unheralded, but one of the best beaches in Greece and the whole Mediterranean
- Balos Beach Crete – perhaps the most famous Crete beach of all, a gorgeous beach with a lagoon on one side and the turquoise Mediterranean on the other
- Elafonissi Beach – the magnificent remote series of pink beaches in the south-west corner of Crete