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Maheridi beach
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Maheridi beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 216th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 35.5 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Agios Panteleimon settlement, just 1.1 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and light pebble, so it is recommended to wear 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 not crowded place during the season.
Maheridi 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.
Not everyone can get to this beach. To reach it, you have to follow a dangerous mountain path, not recommended for children and elderly people. Parking is located directly on the beach.
10 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Agia Fotia beach, which has a rating of 8.
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+25
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+17
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3.2
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+19
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Key features
Beach overall scores
Maheridi beach (Crete) is located outside the Agios Panteleimon 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
User reviews
"This beach is absolutely stunning with crystal clear water. You can find some shade under a few tamarisk trees, and if you arrive early enough, you might even get to choose which one to relax under. It's possible that you'll need water shoes, but it's also manageable without them. The water appears to be ideal for snorkeling."
Liana Dascalu
"I don't understand why people claim it's difficult to access this beach. Moreover, it's worth mentioning that this beach has public free entry."
Nisay
User reviews
"This beach is absolutely stunning with crystal clear water. You can find some shade under a few tamarisk trees, and if you arrive early enough, you might even get to choose which one to relax under. It's possible that you'll need water shoes, but it's also manageable without them. The water appears to be ideal for snorkeling."
Liana Dascalu
"I don't understand why people claim it's difficult to access this beach. Moreover, it's worth mentioning that this beach has public free entry."
Nisay
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Located at nearest locality
Agios Panteleimon
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6.1km from center
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6.1km
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Located at nearest locality
Agios Panteleimon
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5km from center
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12.8km
from the beach
Entire Villa
Located at nearest locality
Agios Panteleimon
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12.1km from center
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16.4km
from the beach
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Located at nearest locality
Agios Panteleimon
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16.6km from center
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19.7km
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Located at nearest locality
Agios Panteleimon
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18.9km from center
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20.2km
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Located at nearest locality
Agios Panteleimon
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19.3km from center
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20.5km
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Agios Panteleimon
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19.6km from center
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20.7km
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Agios Panteleimon
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19.8km from center
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20.7km
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Located at nearest locality
Agios Panteleimon
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19.9km from center
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.8 (Good)
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Agios Nikolaos 0.9 km
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Schisma Eloundas 1.7 km
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Schisma Eloundas 0.3 km
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Achlia 0.1 km
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Makrigialos 0.3 km
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Makrigialos 0.2 km
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Agia Fotia 0.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Καλιοτζίνα• 23 min walk
- Robinson Taverna• 23 min walk
- NAOS BAR ΝΑΟΣ ΜΠΑΡ• 4.5km
- Restaurant Agyrovoli• 4.5km
Attractions
- Tou Kouri to Pidima• 4 min walk
- Ramyas Beach• 15 min walk
- Orino Gorge• 3.3km
- Blue Sea Villa & Apt...• 3.8km
Transport
- JSH• 25.9km
- Sitia Bus Station• 25.1km
- lti Meli Palace• 48.3km
Localities
- Agios Panteleimon• 1.1km
- Kastelli• 35.5km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Maheridi beach?
The beachline of Maheridi beach is covered with light pebbles. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. 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 Maheridi beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Maheridi 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 Maheridi beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Maheridi beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Maheridi 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 pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Maheridi beach 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:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Maheridi beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Maheridi beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Καλιοτζίνα is the closest place located 1800 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Maheridi beach?
There are 270 places to stay in the Maheridi beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Maheridi beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Maheridi beach from parking?
The Maheridi 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 and the path to beach is only for experienced travellers. Not recommended for children or senior people.
Are there any attractions nearby Maheridi beach?
There are 4 attractions near Maheridi beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Tou Kouri to Pidima located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Maheridi beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Maheridi 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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Amoudara 1.8 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Agioi Apostoli 1.1 km
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