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Amnissos beach
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About
Amnissos beach is located on the Sea of Crete (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 59th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 41.2 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Karteros settlement, just 0.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area with very picturesque views.
It is a straight coastline with green pure water and brown fine 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, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Amnissos beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Arena beach, which has a rating of 7.8.
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Amnissos beach is located in Crete within Karteros, 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
"The beach near Heraklion has a lovely sandy shore, and the water is crystal clear. It's convenient that they have bars and sunbeds available. Although there are more breathtaking beaches on Crete with better water quality and stunning views, none of them are as close to the city as this one."
Z Y.
"We had a great time at the beach. It was a bit breezy, but that's to be expected. We loved watching planes come in and out of the nearby airport, but the noise didn't bother us. The water was perfect, and there weren't too many rocks. We rented an umbrella and some lounge chairs for 7€ and ordered lunch and cocktails from News Cafe Beach. I suggest getting there early becaus..."
Lira Kao
User reviews
"The beach near Heraklion has a lovely sandy shore, and the water is crystal clear. It's convenient that they have bars and sunbeds available. Although there are more breathtaking beaches on Crete with better water quality and stunning views, none of them are as close to the city as this one."
Z Y.
"We had a great time at the beach. It was a bit breezy, but that's to be expected. We loved watching planes come in and out of the nearby airport, but the noise didn't bother us. The water was perfect, and there weren't too many rocks. We rented an umbrella and some lounge chairs for 7€ and ordered lunch and cocktails from News Cafe Beach. I suggest getting there early becaus..."
Lira Kao
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)
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Limenas Chersonisou 0.3 km
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Stavromeno 0.3 km
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Batheianos Kampos 0.4 km
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Kato Gouves 0.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Turquoise pure water
Amoudara 1.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Brown sand
Analipsi 1.4 km
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Limenas Chersonisou 1.5 km
What to do in Amnissos beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Amnissos beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- ANEMOS GARDEN• 3 min walk
- Mug Coffee & More• 6 min walk
- Alexander Café• 6 min walk
- Λέσχη Αξιωματικών Φρ...• 11 min walk
Attractions
- Boufos Cave• 20 min walk
- Παραλία Ἁγίων Θεοδόρ...• 3.4km
- Minoan Megaron at Ni...• 4km
Transport
- HER• 2.5km
- Bus station Tympaki• 49.3km
- Club Calimera Sunshi...• 8.4km
Localities
- Karteros• 760m
- Kastelli• 41.2km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Amnissos beach?
The Amnissos beach is covered with brown fine sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water near the beach is clean and almost blue in sunny weather. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Amnissos beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Amnissos beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Amnissos beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Surfing
Is the Amnissos beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Amnissos beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Amnissos beach 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Amnissos beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
What are the key audiences of Amnissos beach?
Amnissos beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Amnissos beach?
The bar is located right on the Amnissos beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.ANEMOS GARDEN is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Amnissos beach?
There are 1621 places to stay in the Amnissos beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Amnissos beach include:
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How far is the Amnissos beach from parking?
The Amnissos 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 Amnissos beach?
There are 3 attractions near Amnissos beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Boufos Cave located in 1.5 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Amnissos beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Amnissos 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?
Amnissos 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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