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About
Mades beach is located on the Sea of Crete (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 48th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 58.1 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Made settlement, just 0 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, 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 very crowded place during the season.
A significant part of the beach is occupied by beach clubs with limited access The beach facilities are only available to visitors of resort area. Their list includes, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
11 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Paralia Agia Pelagia, which has a rating of 7.8.
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Mades beach is located in Crete within Made, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
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 beach is a hidden treasure, with crystal clear waters and a cozy atmosphere. It's easily accessible, making it a great spot for a quick dip or a relaxing day in the sun."
Griselda Ancona
"The bay is lovely and peaceful. You can rent an umbrella for just 3 Euros and the water has a stunning blue hue."
Lila Reed
User reviews
"This beach is a hidden treasure, with crystal clear waters and a cozy atmosphere. It's easily accessible, making it a great spot for a quick dip or a relaxing day in the sun."
Griselda Ancona
"The bay is lovely and peaceful. You can rent an umbrella for just 3 Euros and the water has a stunning blue hue."
Lila Reed
Stays nearby
A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7 (Good)
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Green pure water, Sand bottom
Amoudara 1.8 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Anissaras 0.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Anissaras 0.7 km
Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Brown fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Limenas Chersonisou 0.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water
Prinos 3.3 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Brown sand, Green pure water
Lygaria 0.1 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Agia Pelagia 0.3 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water
Agia Pelagia 0.3 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Light pebble, Turquoise pure water
Agia Pelagia 0.6 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Green pure water
Agia Pelagia 1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise water
Fodele 2.3 km
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Mades beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Mades beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- BaR.B.Q a'la carte R...• 8 min walk
- Sirocco tavern• 9 min walk
- ND Lygaria• 9 min walk
- Taverna Anatoah• 10 min walk
Attractions
- ΜΠΛΟΥΜ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΗΝ ΘΆΛΑ...• 10 min walk
- RENT A BOAT - JET SK...• 19 min walk
- Φυλακές Αγία Πελαγια• 20 min walk
- CRETANDIVERS - PADI...• 23 min walk
Transport
- HER• 14.9km
- Bus station Tympaki• 43.8km
- Club Calimera Sunshi...• 11.3km
Localities
- Made• 100m
- Kastelli• 58.1km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Mades beach?
The coastline of Mades beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Mades beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Mades beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Mades beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Mades beach is partially protected from waves.
There are some boats in the bay.
Is the Mades beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. The beach is completely occupied by a resort area with a paid entrance, which has all the infrastructure. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Mades beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Mades beach?
The bar is located right on the Mades beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.BaR.B.Q a'la carte Restaurant is the closest place located 600 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Mades beach?
There are 1345 places to stay in the Mades beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Mades beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Mades beach from parking?
The Mades beach 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 Mades beach?
There are 4 attractions near Mades beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are ΜΠΛΟΥΜ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΗΝ ΘΆΛΑΣΣΑ located in 0.7 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Mades beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Mades beach 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 14°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Mades beach (Crete island) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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