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Beach Almirida
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About
Beach Almirida is located on the Sea of Crete (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 398th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 72.8 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Almirida settlement, just 0.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.
It is a tiny bay with crystal turquoise water and gray sand & pebble cover, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.
Beach Almirida coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
7 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Aliki beach, which has a rating of 6.8.
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+16
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3.8
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Beach overall scores
Beach Almirida is located in Crete within Almirida, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Crete island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"This serene beach is truly a remarkable destination with crystal-clear waters and a welcoming community. The locals are friendly and hospitable, adding to the overall tranquil atmosphere. I even captured the essence of this paradise in a video, which can be easily found on YouTube by searching for Beach Almirida, Rethymno."
Sophia De Luca
"I've mentioned Almyrida before and it's still the best. The feeling of being in the sea with the Cretan mountains surrounding you is amazing. The scent of Crete is all around."
Nikos Katsaros
User reviews
"This serene beach is truly a remarkable destination with crystal-clear waters and a welcoming community. The locals are friendly and hospitable, adding to the overall tranquil atmosphere. I even captured the essence of this paradise in a video, which can be easily found on YouTube by searching for Beach Almirida, Rethymno."
Sophia De Luca
"I've mentioned Almyrida before and it's still the best. The feeling of being in the sea with the Cretan mountains surrounding you is amazing. The scent of Crete is all around."
Nikos Katsaros
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.8 (Good)
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Green pure water, Sand bottom
Amoudara 1.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water
Prinos 3.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water
Adelianos Kampos 0.5 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water
Agia Galini 0.4 km
Partly hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Bali 0.4 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise water
Fodele 2.3 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water
Agia Pelagia 0.6 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water
Agia Pelagia 0.3 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Agia Pelagia 0.3 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Kantina monh• 1 min walk
- Ουζερί Αλμυρίδα• 3 min walk
- Alyki beach restaura...• 4 min walk
- Σαριδάκης Μανώλης• 27 min walk
Attractions
- Παραλία Μπογάζι• 3.1km
- Vossakos Monastery• 3.7km
- beach• 4.8km
Transport
- HER• 29.2km
- Bus station Tympaki• 38.6km
- Club Calimera Sunshi...• 24.2km
Localities
- Almirida• 240m
- Kastelli• 72.8km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Beach Almirida?
Beach Almirida has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's very 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 pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at Beach Almirida?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Beach Almirida, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Beach Almirida good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Beach Almirida does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are a lot of boats in the bay.
Is the Beach Almirida good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Beach Almirida secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Beach Almirida?
The bar is located right on the Beach Almirida.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Kantina monh is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Beach Almirida?
There are 193 places to stay in the Beach Almirida area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Beach Almirida include:
- Aquarius Exclusive Hotel - Breakfast and Meal Included
- Rock Bay Villas - Luxury Villas in Crete
- Agia Pelagia Villas
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Beach Almirida from parking?
The Beach Almirida has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Beach Almirida?
There are 3 attractions near Beach Almirida that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Παραλία Μπογάζι located in 3.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Beach Almirida?
The month with the highest temperature in Beach Almirida is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Beach Almirida (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 Almirida (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.
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Falasarna 1.1 km
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Itanou 1.1 km
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