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Agios Nikolaos
Koundouros coast
About
Koundouros coast is located on the Sea of Crete (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 301th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 9.5 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Agios Nikolaos settlement, just 0.5 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a small bay with crystal blue water and gray fine pebble, 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 partially crowded during the high season.
Koundouros coast coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas. .
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.
12 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Ammoudi beach, which has a rating of 8.7.
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+25
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Beach overall scores
Koundouros coast is located in Crete within Agios Nikolaos, 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
"We visited this stunning beach from Hersonissos on numerous occasions. The crystal-clear water and pebble beach are truly breathtaking, and the pier offers a great spot for snorkeling. For just 7 euros, we were able to rent two sun loungers and an umbrella, making for a comfortable day spent by the sea. The beach also offers diving opportunities, and we were lucky enough to ..."
Lena Valtair
"I recently strolled along the Agios Nikolaos promenade and was pleasantly surprised by the array of accommodations and charming shops selling local delicacies and souvenirs. The area boasts not one, but two stunning beaches, where one can rent equipment for scuba diving and explore the depths of the crystal-clear waters. The promenade itself is a picturesque spot to take in ..."
Nikolai Petrovichov.
User reviews
"We visited this stunning beach from Hersonissos on numerous occasions. The crystal-clear water and pebble beach are truly breathtaking, and the pier offers a great spot for snorkeling. For just 7 euros, we were able to rent two sun loungers and an umbrella, making for a comfortable day spent by the sea. The beach also offers diving opportunities, and we were lucky enough to ..."
Lena Valtair
"I recently strolled along the Agios Nikolaos promenade and was pleasantly surprised by the array of accommodations and charming shops selling local delicacies and souvenirs. The area boasts not one, but two stunning beaches, where one can rent equipment for scuba diving and explore the depths of the crystal-clear waters. The promenade itself is a picturesque spot to take in ..."
Nikolai Petrovichov.
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7 (Good)
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Blue pure water
Xirokampos 1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Istro 0.8 km
Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Agios Nikolaos 0.9 km
Hotel guests only, Hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Schisma Eloundas 1.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown fine sand, Blue pure water
Schisma Eloundas 0.3 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, Brown fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Anissaras 0.7 km
Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Anissaras 0.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Blue pure water
Agios Nikolaos 0.4 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Luciartshop• 2 min walk
- Coastal All Day Spor...• 4 min walk
- ZEPP-Bar• 5 min walk
- Aquarius Cafe Bar• 5 min walk
Attractions
- Minotaur Mural• 4 min walk
- Mosaikwand Fotospot...• 6 min walk
- Λίμνη Βουλισμένη• 7 min walk
- Fisherman’s Crypt• 8 min walk
Transport
- JSH• 35.1km
- Sitia Bus Station• 35.3km
- lti Meli Palace• 22.5km
Localities
- Agios Nikolaos• 530m
- Kastelli• 9.5km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Koundouros coast?
The Koundouros coast is covered with gray small pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is convenient from small pebbles.
What are the key activities at Koundouros coast?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Koundouros coast has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Koundouros coast good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Koundouros coast does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are some boats in the bay.
Is the Koundouros coast 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 small pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Koundouros coast 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.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Koundouros coast?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Koundouros coast.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Luciartshop is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Koundouros coast?
There are 759 places to stay in the Koundouros coast area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Koundouros coast include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Koundouros coast from parking?
The Koundouros coast 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 Koundouros coast?
There are 4 attractions near Koundouros coast that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Minotaur Mural located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Koundouros coast?
The month with the highest temperature in Koundouros coast 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?
Koundouros coast (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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