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Sougia Beach: The Perfect Retreat for Quiet Holidays

Located in the charming seaside village of Sougia, the beach lies at the exit of Agia Irini Gorge. Stretching for approximately one and a half kilometres, it features pebbles and crystal-clear waters. The beach begins at Sougia's small port, extending from the exit of Skevoto Gorge to a secluded bay that is favoured by nudists.

Sougia offers an ideal destination for tranquil holidays, with its charming tavernas, cosy rooms to let, relaxing cafés, and convenient mini market.

During the summer, Sougia is well-connected by ferry to various destinations, including Chora Sfakion, Paleochora, Agia Roumeli, Loutro, and Gavdos.

Located in the charming seaside village of Sougia, the beach lies at the exit of Agia Irini Gorge. Stretching for approximately one and a half kilometres, it features pebbles and crystal-clear waters. The beach begins at Sougia's small port, extending from the exit of Skevoto Gorge to a secluded bay that is favoured by nudists.

Sougia offers an ideal destination for tranquil holidays, with its charming tavernas, cosy rooms to let, relaxing cafés, and convenient mini market.

During the summer, Sougia is well-connected by ferry to various destinations, including Chora Sfakion, Paleochora, Agia Roumeli, Loutro, and Gavdos.

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Psilos Volakas: A Tranquil Pebble Beach near Paleochora

Located just 2 kilometres west of Paleochora (Palaiochora), towards Agia Kyriaki, lies the serene beach of Psilos Volakas. This small pebbly beach offers a peaceful retreat, and while it is accessible on foot from Paleochora, it is not equipped with beach amenities, so it's advisable to bring along your essentials for a comfortable visit.

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Located just 2 kilometres west of Paleochora (Palaiochora), towards Agia Kyriaki, lies the serene beach of Psilos Volakas. This small pebbly beach offers a peaceful retreat, and while it is accessible on foot from Paleochora, it is not equipped with beach amenities, so it's advisable to bring along your essentials for a comfortable visit.

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Pachia Ammos: Paleochora's Longest Beach

Pachia Ammos is the first beach you'll encounter upon arriving in Paleochora (Palaiochora), and is aptly named ‘Thick Sand’ due to its long stretch of white and thick sand, making it an ideal family-friendly destination.

This beach boasts white sand and shallow, crystal-clear blue waters, creating a serene setting for relaxation. Fully equipped with beach amenities, it offers water sports facilities, parasols, and sunbeds, inviting visitors to unwind while gazing at the beauty of the Libyan Sea.

Surrounded by tavernas, hotels, and rooms for rent, this beach ensures a delightful stay for its visitors. While it tends to attract a crowd, it's important to note that during southerly or westerly winds, large waves may arise, posing potential dangers. However, to ensure the safety of bathers, there is a lifeguard on duty to monitor the sea conditions.

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Pachia Ammos is the first beach you'll encounter upon arriving in Paleochora (Palaiochora), and is aptly named ‘Thick Sand’ due to its long stretch of white and thick sand, making it an ideal family-friendly destination.

This beach boasts white sand and shallow, crystal-clear blue waters, creating a serene setting for relaxation. Fully equipped with beach amenities, it offers water sports facilities, parasols, and sunbeds, inviting visitors to unwind while gazing at the beauty of the Libyan Sea.

Surrounded by tavernas, hotels, and rooms for rent, this beach ensures a delightful stay for its visitors. While it tends to attract a crowd, it's important to note that during southerly or westerly winds, large waves may arise, posing potential dangers. However, to ensure the safety of bathers, there is a lifeguard on duty to monitor the sea conditions.

Photo gorelovs Via Vista.Create

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Grammeno: A Serene Retreat for Relaxation and Camping

To the west of this captivating beach lies a charming bay known as ‘Stou Houma’ (Houmas). This sandy alcove invites adventure-seekers to indulge in exhilarating dives from the low rocks, adding an extra dash of excitement to the coastal experience.

To the east of the peninsula lies Alonaki or Votsalo, a beautiful beach half a kilometre in length, adorned with pebbles and crystal-clear waters. On the western side of this beach, visitors can find shade provided by tamarisk trees and parasols, making it a perfect spot to relax and soak in the views. The east part of the beach tends to be less crowded, offering a more secluded and tranquil atmosphere.

In this area, you'll find tavernas serving delicious food, a small number rooms available for rent, and a camping area.

Grammeno is easily accessible by car.

To the west of this captivating beach lies a charming bay known as ‘Stou Houma’ (Houmas). This sandy alcove invites adventure-seekers to indulge in exhilarating dives from the low rocks, adding an extra dash of excitement to the coastal experience.

To the east of the peninsula lies Alonaki or Votsalo, a beautiful beach half a kilometre in length, adorned with pebbles and crystal-clear waters. On the western side of this beach, visitors can find shade provided by tamarisk trees and parasols, making it a perfect spot to relax and soak in the views. The east part of the beach tends to be less crowded, offering a more secluded and tranquil atmosphere.

In this area, you'll find tavernas serving delicious food, a small number rooms available for rent, and a camping area.

Grammeno is easily accessible by car.

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Gialiskari: A Beloved Beach of Hippie Era Nostalgia

Situated at the convergence of the Anidri (Anydri) Gorge, this beach forms a picturesque complex consisting of three distinct sections. Two of these beach areas gracefully extend along either side of a scenic peninsula, offering visitors a diverse and captivating coastal experience.

These remarkable beaches boast small pebbles and crystal-clear deep waters. All three beaches are equipped with convenient amenities for beachgoers. Continuing eastward, the third beach, named Ammoudia, offers a slightly different atmosphere. Although less equipped than its counterparts, Ammoudia boasts coarse sand and equally mesmerising crystal-clear waters.

The area surrounding the beaches features vegetation, with a few tamarisk trees scattered away from the shoreline. In the 1970s, Gialiskari beach gained popularity among hippies, who would freely camp and enjoy its tranquil ambiance. Access to these beaches is possible via a dirt road located to the east of Paleochora.

Situated at the convergence of the Anidri (Anydri) Gorge, this beach forms a picturesque complex consisting of three distinct sections. Two of these beach areas gracefully extend along either side of a scenic peninsula, offering visitors a diverse and captivating coastal experience.

These remarkable beaches boast small pebbles and crystal-clear deep waters. All three beaches are equipped with convenient amenities for beachgoers. Continuing eastward, the third beach, named Ammoudia, offers a slightly different atmosphere. Although less equipped than its counterparts, Ammoudia boasts coarse sand and equally mesmerising crystal-clear waters.

The area surrounding the beaches features vegetation, with a few tamarisk trees scattered away from the shoreline. In the 1970s, Gialiskari beach gained popularity among hippies, who would freely camp and enjoy its tranquil ambiance. Access to these beaches is possible via a dirt road located to the east of Paleochora.

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Krios Beach: A Trio of Splendid Beaches in One Destination

Krios beach, known for its crystal-clear blue waters and pebbles, stretches for approximately one kilometre and is divided into three smaller bays.

Krios beach features an eastern bay that provides a secluded experience, surrounded by rocky terrain. Unlike the other sections of the beach, the eastern bay is not equipped with the typical beach amenities. The middle bay, on the other hand, is well-equipped with amenities and tends to be the preferred choice for most beachgoers. Lastly, the westernmost bay is characterised by its isolated nature and attracts nudists seeking a more private setting.

It is easily accessible by car from Paleochora and offers accommodation options with rooms to let. Additionally, the beach serves as the starting point for the E4 Path, a hiking trail that connects Paleochora with the famous Elafonisi beach.

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Krios beach, known for its crystal-clear blue waters and pebbles, stretches for approximately one kilometre and is divided into three smaller bays.

Krios beach features an eastern bay that provides a secluded experience, surrounded by rocky terrain. Unlike the other sections of the beach, the eastern bay is not equipped with the typical beach amenities. The middle bay, on the other hand, is well-equipped with amenities and tends to be the preferred choice for most beachgoers. Lastly, the westernmost bay is characterised by its isolated nature and attracts nudists seeking a more private setting.

It is easily accessible by car from Paleochora and offers accommodation options with rooms to let. Additionally, the beach serves as the starting point for the E4 Path, a hiking trail that connects Paleochora with the famous Elafonisi beach.

Photo by simon peel on Unsplash

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