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Koutsoureli beach
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About
Koutsoureli beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 398th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 37.9 km away from its center, the city of Καστέλλι. It is one of the beaches of Koutsouras settlement, just 1.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and gray sand & pebble cover, 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 almost deserted place even during the high season.
Koutsoureli beach 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.
10 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Lagoufa beach, which has a rating of 8.8.
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Key features
Beach overall scores
Koutsoureli beach is located in Crete within Koutsouras, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
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 has gray sand mixed with pebbles and stretches out for a considerable distance before reaching the deep sea. It can get quite windy at times."
Gemma Plumbia
"The beach is a great spot to unwind, and there's also a beach bar to enjoy."
Mark Evans
User reviews
"The beach has gray sand mixed with pebbles and stretches out for a considerable distance before reaching the deep sea. It can get quite windy at times."
Gemma Plumbia
"The beach is a great spot to unwind, and there's also a beach bar to enjoy."
Mark Evans
Stays nearby
A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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23.6km
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22.5km from center
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.9 (Good)
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Schisma Eloundas 1.7 km
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Schisma Eloundas 0.3 km
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Makrigialos 0.3 km
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Makrigialos 0.2 km
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Makrigialos 0.6 km
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Analipsi 0.8 km
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Pilalimata 1 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Robinson Taverna• 18 min walk
- cafe Limanaki Bar• 19 min walk
- Καλιοτζίνα• 19 min walk
- Restaurant Agyrovoli• 19 min walk
Attractions
- Blue Sea Villa & Apt...• 10 min walk
- The Cliffs view poin...• 2.7km
- The lifeguard's Rock• 3km
- Tou Kouri to Pidima• 3.4km
Transport
- JSH• 24.2km
- Sitia Bus Station• 23.3km
- lti Meli Palace• 50.9km
Localities
- Koutsouras• 1.1km
- Kastelli• 37.9km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Koutsoureli beach?
Koutsoureli beach has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at Koutsoureli beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Koutsoureli beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
Is the Koutsoureli beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Koutsoureli beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Koutsoureli beach 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 sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Koutsoureli beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Koutsoureli beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Koutsoureli beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Robinson Taverna is the closest place located 1400 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Koutsoureli beach?
There are 248 places to stay in the Koutsoureli beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Koutsoureli beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Koutsoureli beach from parking?
The Koutsoureli 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 Koutsoureli beach?
There are 4 attractions near Koutsoureli beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Blue Sea Villa & Apts located in 0.7 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Koutsoureli beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Koutsoureli 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 12°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access
Gianniou 2.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Brown sand, Green pure water, Sand bottom
Amoudara 1.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Agioi Apostoli 1.1 km
Beach resort, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water
Agia Galini 0.4 km
Large free area, Beach resort, Picturesque, Easy access, Light fine pebble
Damnoni 1.2 km
