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Koutsouri beach
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About
Koutsouri beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 327th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 36.9 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Koutsouras settlement, just 0.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.
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, seniors, pet owners etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Koutsouri beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, 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.
9 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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Koutsouri beach is located in Crete within Koutsouras, 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
"Nice beach with sand and gravel. Easy to get into the water even without water sandals/ shoes. Cost per beach bed is 3€ per day."
Fabian Peters
"The water wasn't total clear, compared to other beaches in the area. The sea is full of large round stones and it makes it quite difficult to get in and out of the sea. I recommend to wear beach shoes in the sea. 6€ for 2 sunbeds and 1 umbrella. The sunbeds belong to the hotel South Coast. There is a shower and changing room to use on the beach.
There is also a beach bar on ..."
Mette Anskjær
User reviews
"Nice beach with sand and gravel. Easy to get into the water even without water sandals/ shoes. Cost per beach bed is 3€ per day."
Fabian Peters
"The water wasn't total clear, compared to other beaches in the area. The sea is full of large round stones and it makes it quite difficult to get in and out of the sea. I recommend to wear beach shoes in the sea. 6€ for 2 sunbeds and 1 umbrella. The sunbeds belong to the hotel South Coast. There is a shower and changing room to use on the beach.
There is also a beach bar on ..."
Mette Anskjær
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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22.5km
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Robinson Taverna• 3 min walk
- Καλιοτζίνα• 4 min walk
- cafe Limanaki Bar• 2.5km
- Restaurant Agyrovoli• 2.5km
Attractions
- Blue Sea Villa & Apt...• 24 min walk
- Tou Kouri to Pidima• 29 min walk
- Ramyas Beach• 3.1km
- The lifeguard's Rock• 3.6km
Transport
- JSH• 24.8km
- Sitia Bus Station• 23.9km
- lti Meli Palace• 49.9km
Localities
- Koutsouras• 170m
- Kastelli• 36.9km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Koutsouri beach?
Koutsouri beach has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. 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 Koutsouri beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Koutsouri beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Koutsouri beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Koutsouri beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Koutsouri 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 mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Koutsouri 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.
What are the key audiences of Koutsouri beach?
Koutsouri beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
- Beachgoers with pets
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Koutsouri beach?
The bar is located right on the Koutsouri beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Robinson Taverna is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Koutsouri beach?
There are 260 places to stay in the Koutsouri beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Koutsouri beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Koutsouri beach from parking?
The Koutsouri 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 Koutsouri beach?
There are 4 attractions near Koutsouri beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Blue Sea Villa & Apts located in 1.8 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Koutsouri beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Koutsouri 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?
Koutsouri 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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