Kaloí Liménes

Psili Ammos beach

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

The bar is located right on the Psili Ammos beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Panorama Hotel is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Psili Ammos beach?

There are 485 places to stay in the Psili Ammos beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Psili Ammos beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=8400095&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Elea Terra Hotel</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=309794&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Antonios Hotel Apartments</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=317365&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Fantastic Matala 1</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=10178117&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Matala Blue</a></li></ul>

Senior friendly

7.7

/ 10 Very good

#114 out of 478
in Crete

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Psili Ammos beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 114th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 85.8 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Kali Limenes settlement, just 0.3 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 bright 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, seniors, pet owners etc. It is partially crowded during the high season. Please note that the area nearby is possible for wild camping.

Psili Ammos 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, snorkeling.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

14 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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Historical

+24 ^oC +16 ^oC

Air temperature

3.8 M/S

Wind

+19 ^oC

Water temperature

0.5 M

Wave height

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Psili Ammos beach is located in Crete within Kali Limenes, 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

"This beach is absolutely stunning, with water so clear you can see all the way to the bottom. However, it's important to note that there are oil tankers in the vicinity that may detract from the natural beauty of the area."

Z N

"This serene beach is a hidden gem, far from the hustle and bustle of tourist crowds. It's an idyllic spot for camping, with only locals in sight. The crystal-clear water here is simply breathtaking and will leave you in awe."

Spiridoula Spira Gya Charova

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8.3km from the beach

Very good

Sea View Luxury Villa White in Blue

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Located at nearest locality

Kali Limenes

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8.2km from center

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8.4km from the beach

Excellent

Antonios Hotel Apartments

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Kali Limenes

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8.2km from center

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8.4km from the beach

Excellent

Fantastic Matala 1

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Located at nearest locality

Kali Limenes

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8.3km from center

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8.4km from the beach

8.2

Very good

Platia Studios

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Located at nearest locality

Kali Limenes

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8.3km from center

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8.4km from the beach

Exceptional

Kayy Apartments

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Kali Limenes

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8.3km from center

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8.4km from the beach

Matala home Golden View

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Kali Limenes

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8.3km from center

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8.4km from the beach

9.6

Exceptional

Teacher's Apartment

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Kali Limenes

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8.3km from center

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8.5km from the beach

Matala Blue

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Located at nearest locality

Kali Limenes

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8.4km from center

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8.5km from the beach

7.9

Very good

Elea Terra Hotel

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Kali Limenes

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8.4km from center

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9.3km from the beach

Exceptional

New Villa Komos in Pitsidia,Matala

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Kali Limenes

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9.2km from center

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9.6km from the beach

8.8

Excellent

Villa Katie - Crete

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Located at nearest locality

Kali Limenes

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9.4km from center

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9.7km from the beach

Villa Fabrika

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Located at nearest locality

Kali Limenes

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9.5km from center

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General features

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- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
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- Crowded in high season
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
size&shape
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Cover and water

cover
- Bright sand
- Sea bottom - Sand
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water
- Crystall water, high transparency
- Turqoise blue

Activities

- Good for Snorkeling

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- Surrounded by mountains

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What to do in Psili Ammos beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

When it comes to what to do in Psili Ammos 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

Panorama Hotel• 3 min walk
Ταβέρνα Πανόραμα• 3 min walk
Pelagiό• 4 min walk
Sea salt and natural...• 5 min walk

Attractions

Shipwreck• 3 min walk
Pedrálmpes• 23 min walk
Vourvoulitis• 25 min walk
Martsalo Gorge• 2.6km

Transport

HER• 57.2km
Bus station Tympaki• 16.1km
Club Calimera Sunshi...• 52.1km

Localities

Kali Limenes• 320m
Kastelli• 85.8km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Psili Ammos beach?

The coastline of Psili Ammos beach is covered with golden sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. 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 Psili Ammos beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Psili Ammos beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Psili Ammos beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Snorkeling

Is the Psili Ammos beach good for swimming?

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

Psili Ammos beach is partially protected from waves.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Psili Ammos 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 and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Psili Ammos 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 Psili Ammos beach?

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

Wild camping lovers
Senior people
Beachgoers with pets

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

The bar is located right on the Psili Ammos beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Panorama Hotel is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Psili Ammos beach?

There are 485 places to stay in the Psili Ammos beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Psili Ammos beach include:

Elea Terra Hotel

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Psili Ammos beach from parking?

The Psili Ammos 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 Psili Ammos beach?

There are 4 attractions near Psili Ammos beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Shipwreck located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Psili Ammos beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Psili Ammos 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?

Psili Ammos 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.