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Paralia Votsalaki
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About
Paralia Votsalaki is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 173th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 48 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Asprolithos settlement, just 0.7 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and light pebble, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is quite sharp. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season. Please note that the area nearby is possible for wild camping.
Paralia Votsalaki coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
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.
6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Anaskelou beach, which has a rating of 7.7.
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Beach overall scores
Paralia Votsalaki (Crete) is located outside the Asprolithos settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Crete island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Paralia Votsalaki with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"The beach offers a breathtaking expanse of soft, powdery sand with an added bonus of exceptional snorkelling opportunities at the rocky outcrop. Access to this picturesque location is made easy by the presence of sturdy steps, a spacious car park, and a refreshing shower facility. During our visit, we were pleasantly surprised to find the beach nearly deserted, allowing us t..."
Ethan Blake.
"This beach is a true gem with its stunning expanse of soft sand and tranquil atmosphere, tucked away from the crowds."
Zander Kaelar
User reviews
"The beach offers a breathtaking expanse of soft, powdery sand with an added bonus of exceptional snorkelling opportunities at the rocky outcrop. Access to this picturesque location is made easy by the presence of sturdy steps, a spacious car park, and a refreshing shower facility. During our visit, we were pleasantly surprised to find the beach nearly deserted, allowing us t..."
Ethan Blake.
"This beach is a true gem with its stunning expanse of soft sand and tranquil atmosphere, tucked away from the crowds."
Zander Kaelar
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Transport
- JSH• 22km
- Sitia Bus Station• 20.7km
- lti Meli Palace• 61.5km
Localities
- Asprolithos• 720m
- Kastelli• 48km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Paralia Votsalaki?
The beachline of Paralia Votsalaki is covered with light pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.
What are the key activities at Paralia Votsalaki?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Paralia Votsalaki, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Paralia Votsalaki good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is sharp, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Paralia Votsalaki does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
So the overall recommendation of the Paralia Votsalaki for swimming is positive.
Is the Paralia Votsalaki good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pebbles and the entrance to the water is sharp.
Is the Paralia Votsalaki secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Paralia Votsalaki?
Paralia Votsalaki can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Wild camping lovers
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Paralia Votsalaki?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Paralia Votsalaki.
What is the closest accommodation to the Paralia Votsalaki?
There are 141 places to stay in the Paralia Votsalaki area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Paralia Votsalaki include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Paralia Votsalaki from parking?
The Paralia Votsalaki 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.
What is the best time of the year to visit Paralia Votsalaki?
The month with the highest temperature in Paralia Votsalaki 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?
Paralia Votsalaki (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.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all Paralia Votsalaki (Crete island) is completely lacking in comfortable sunbathe facilities. There are no sun loungers and umbrellas, this is usually not a problem for an unsophisticated tourist who can relax on a towel, but in this case the rest can be very uncomfortable due to pebbles.Lying on it is possible, but is far from comfortable. In addition there is a lack of natural shade, which leaves you alone with the summer sun. So our recommendation is that you can sunbathe comfortably on the Paralia Votsalaki for a short time, and not at the peak of sunbathing. If you want to explore the photos of this beach - they are above on the page.
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