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Kaloí Liménes
Stena beach
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About
Stena beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 193th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 86.1 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Kali Limenes settlement, just 0.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.
It is a small several bays coastline 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. Please note that the area nearby is possible for wild camping.
Stena 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.
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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Stena beach is located in Crete within Kali Limenes, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.
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 charming cove located in the southern region of Crete boasts of pristine waters and breathtaking scenery. Although the access roads may not be the most well-maintained, the effort of reaching this hidden gem is undoubtedly rewarding. The transparency of the waters is unparalleled, and the surrounding terrain is simply stunning. It is a must-visit destination for those s..."
Karl Jensen
"The beach at kaloi limenes may seem amazing at first, but the journey to get there is filled with countless turns that will leave you feeling dizzy and disoriented. Despite the effort it takes to get there, the beach itself is not much to write home about. While it may be protected from the wind and waves, there are no amenities to speak of - no sunbeds, no water, nothing. T..."
Zander Zaldivar
User reviews
"This charming cove located in the southern region of Crete boasts of pristine waters and breathtaking scenery. Although the access roads may not be the most well-maintained, the effort of reaching this hidden gem is undoubtedly rewarding. The transparency of the waters is unparalleled, and the surrounding terrain is simply stunning. It is a must-visit destination for those s..."
Karl Jensen
"The beach at kaloi limenes may seem amazing at first, but the journey to get there is filled with countless turns that will leave you feeling dizzy and disoriented. Despite the effort it takes to get there, the beach itself is not much to write home about. While it may be protected from the wind and waves, there are no amenities to speak of - no sunbeds, no water, nothing. T..."
Zander Zaldivar
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.7 (Good)
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Agia Galini 0.4 km
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Triopetra 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Kali Limenes 0.3 km
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Kali Limenes 0.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom
Kali Limenes 0.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque
Kali Limenes 2.3 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water
Vathi 0.5 km
Matala 0.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water, Sand & Pebbles bottom
Kalamaki 1.7 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Panorama Hotel• 8 min walk
- Ταβέρνα Πανόραμα• 8 min walk
- Pelagiό• 9 min walk
- Sea salt and natural...• 9 min walk
Attractions
- Shipwreck• 6 min walk
- Vourvoulitis• 22 min walk
- Pedrálmpes• 27 min walk
- Martsalo Gorge• 2.5km
Transport
- HER• 57.5km
- Bus station Tympaki• 16.4km
- Club Calimera Sunshi...• 52.5km
Localities
- Kali Limenes• 680m
- Kastelli• 86.1km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Stena beach?
The beachline of Stena 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 Stena beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Stena 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 Stena 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.
Stena beach is fully protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Stena beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Stena 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 Stena beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of Stena beach?
Stena 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 Stena beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Stena beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Panorama Hotel is the closest place located 600 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Stena beach?
There are 447 places to stay in the Stena beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Stena beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Stena beach from parking?
The Stena 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 Stena beach?
There are 4 attractions near Stena beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Shipwreck located in 0.4 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Stena beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Stena 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?
Stena 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 Stena 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 Stena 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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