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Maha beach
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Maha beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 327th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 82.3 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Platia Peramata settlement, just 1.3 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.
It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and gray 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.
Maha 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.
Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail. Parking is located directly on the beach.
11 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Kaloi Limenes beach, which has a rating of 7.8.
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Maha beach (Crete) is located outside the Platia Peramata 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 Maha 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
"Although getting to this beach may require some effort, the tranquil and stunning scenery that awaits is well worth it. The waters are of a pristine clarity, with a deep hue that is truly mesmerizing. The coastline is a delightful mix of sand and rocks, creating a unique and picturesque landscape that is sure to leave a lasting impression."
Alexandros K.
"This stunning beach is just a short 8-minute drive from Kali Limenes. Upon arrival, you can park your vehicle at a quaint taverna and make your way down a steep, dirt path to the shore. Along the way, you'll encounter a fence that must be opened and closed for safety. Once you reach the beach, you'll be greeted with a peaceful and secluded atmosphere. The beach is comprised ..."
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"Although getting to this beach may require some effort, the tranquil and stunning scenery that awaits is well worth it. The waters are of a pristine clarity, with a deep hue that is truly mesmerizing. The coastline is a delightful mix of sand and rocks, creating a unique and picturesque landscape that is sure to leave a lasting impression."
Alexandros K.
"This stunning beach is just a short 8-minute drive from Kali Limenes. Upon arrival, you can park your vehicle at a quaint taverna and make your way down a steep, dirt path to the shore. Along the way, you'll encounter a fence that must be opened and closed for safety. Once you reach the beach, you'll be greeted with a peaceful and secluded atmosphere. The beach is comprised ..."
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10.5km from center
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9.7km
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9.7km
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9.8km
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10.7km from center
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9.8km
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Located at nearest locality
Platia Peramata
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10.7km from center
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9.8km
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Located at nearest locality
Platia Peramata
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10.8km from center
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
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- Pelagiό• 3.3km
Attractions
- Pedrálmpes• 23 min walk
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Transport
- HER• 54.3km
- Bus station Tympaki• 15.9km
- Club Calimera Sunshi...• 49.4km
Localities
- Platia Peramata• 1.3km
- Kastelli• 82.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Maha beach?
The beachline of Maha beach is covered with gray 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 Maha beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Maha beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Maha 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.
Maha beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Maha 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 Maha 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.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Maha beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Maha beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Καραμπίνης cafe - snac and food is the closest place located 2200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Maha beach?
There are 462 places to stay in the Maha beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Maha beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Maha beach from parking?
The Maha 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 you have to overcome a small descent.
Are there any attractions nearby Maha beach?
There are 3 attractions near Maha beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Pedrálmpes located in 1.8 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Maha beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Maha 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?
Maha 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.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all Maha beach (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 Maha beach 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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