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Krassas beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Krassas beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Krassas beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Zorbas is the closest place located 1200 meters from the beach.

Good for Relax

7.3

/ 10 Good

#201 out of 478
in Crete

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Krassas beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 201th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 43.9 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Sarakinos settlement, just 0.6 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 spacious several bays coastline with crystal turquoise water and brown sand, 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. Please note that the area nearby is possible for wild camping.

Krassas 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, snorkeling.

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 Pera Tsoutsouras, which has a rating of 8.

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Historical

+23 ^oC +17 ^oC

Air temperature

3 M/S

Wind

+19 ^oC

Water temperature

0.4 M

Wave height

Sarakinos, Crete,

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Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Tolerable

5.3/10

Cleanliness

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7.5/10

Amenities

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1/10

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Krassas beach (Crete) is located outside the Sarakinos 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 Krassas beach 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

"This beach is stunning, with its deep sand and some areas of shelter. We camped there, but the night winds were a bit too strong. The snorkeling was great and the dunes were full of lush vegetation. As others have mentioned, the road down is a bit precarious, but a 4WD should get you to the sand's edge without any issues."

Ethan Rivers

"Reaching the beach can be a bit of a challenge, but it's worth it - it's a stunningly beautiful, secluded spot. If you're looking for a place to go skinny-dipping, you'll likely have it all to yourself."

Ethan K

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General features

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- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
occupancy
- Deserted even in high season
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
location
- In a natural environment, there are no roads or buildings within the beach
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What to do in Krassas beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

When it comes to what to do in Krassas beach, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

Zorbas• 16 min walk
Café Snack Bar Moura...• 17 min walk
Notos Cafe• 17 min walk
Manoyras 985 - Cafe,...• 20 min walk

Attractions

Παραλία Αμμόλοφοι• 12 min walk
Dermatos Viewpoint• 15 min walk
Παραλία Δέρματος• 20 min walk
Tsoutsouros• 22 min walk

Transport

HER• 41.2km
Bus station Tympaki• 50.3km
Club Calimera Sirens...• 36.2km

Localities

Sarakinos• 670m
Kastelli• 43.9km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Krassas beach?

The coastline of Krassas beach is covered with brown sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Krassas beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Krassas beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Krassas beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Snorkeling

Is the Krassas beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Krassas beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Krassas 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 and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Krassas beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded 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 Krassas beach?

Krassas beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Wild camping lovers

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Krassas beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Krassas beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Zorbas is the closest place located 1200 meters from the beach.

How far is the Krassas beach from parking?

The Krassas 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 Krassas beach?

There are 4 attractions near Krassas beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Παραλία Αμμόλοφοι located in 0.8 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Krassas beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Krassas 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 14°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Krassas beach (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.Krassas beach (Crete island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.