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Anissaras
Gefyri Beach
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About
Gefyri Beach is located on the Sea of Crete (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 220th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 25.3 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Anissaras settlement, just 0.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a small several bays coastline with crystal turquoise water and brown 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.
Gefyri Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, 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.
16 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Hersonissos beach III, which has a rating of 8.7.
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Beach overall scores
Gefyri Beach is located in Crete within Anissaras, 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 lovely beach offers a great value of 7 euros for two sunbeds and an umbrella. The waves are gentle and the bottom is a bit rocky, but it adds to the natural charm of the area. However, be cautious of sea urchins hiding between the rocks as they can cause stings, as my girlfriend unfortunately experienced. Despite this, out of the six beaches we visited during our stay i..."
Nicolae Dumitru
"The beach is situated in a scenic location that is simply breathtaking. The serene atmosphere is perfect for those who seek solace and tranquility. The beach is not crowded and is an ideal spot for a peaceful getaway."
Ethan Blackwell
User reviews
"This lovely beach offers a great value of 7 euros for two sunbeds and an umbrella. The waves are gentle and the bottom is a bit rocky, but it adds to the natural charm of the area. However, be cautious of sea urchins hiding between the rocks as they can cause stings, as my girlfriend unfortunately experienced. Despite this, out of the six beaches we visited during our stay i..."
Nicolae Dumitru
"The beach is situated in a scenic location that is simply breathtaking. The serene atmosphere is perfect for those who seek solace and tranquility. The beach is not crowded and is an ideal spot for a peaceful getaway."
Ethan Blackwell
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Schisma Eloundas 1.7 km
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Gorgona Bar• 4 min walk
- Ya Seafood restauran...• 6 min walk
- The Ha Beach• 7 min walk
- The Green Cafe Bar R...• 8 min walk
Attractions
- Αμφιθέατρο• 7 min walk
- Geografický bod Anis...• 9 min walk
- New Greece developme...• 10 min walk
- Tauchplatz St. Georg...• 11 min walk
Transport
- HER• 18.7km
- Bus station Tympaki• 63.2km
- Club Calimera Sirens...• 8.8km
Localities
- Anissaras• 990m
- Kastelli• 25.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Gefyri Beach?
The coastline of Gefyri Beach is covered with brown sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. 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 Gefyri Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Gefyri Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Gefyri Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Gefyri Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Gefyri 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 sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Gefyri 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:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Gefyri Beach?
Gefyri Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Gefyri Beach?
The bar is located right on the Gefyri Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Gorgona Bar is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Gefyri Beach?
There are 1607 places to stay in the Gefyri Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Gefyri Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Gefyri Beach from parking?
The Gefyri 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 Gefyri Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Gefyri Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Αμφιθέατρο located in 0.5 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Gefyri Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Gefyri 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?
Gefyri 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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