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Katholiko Beach
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Katholiko Beach is located on the Sea of Crete (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 444th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 141.1 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Chordaki settlement, just 4.5 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 tiny bay with crystal turquoise water and rocks cover, so it is highly recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, hikers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.
Katholiko 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.
To get to the beach, you need to walk along a mountain trail more than 1km long. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.
1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Stavros Beach, which has a rating of 7.7.
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+21
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4.2
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Katholiko Beach (Crete) is located outside the Chordaki 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, 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
"The beach is a bit of a trek, taking around an hour to reach by foot. The descent is simple, but the climb back up can be a bit exhausting. However, the effort is worth it as the water at the bottom is the clearest and most turquoise you'll ever see. Additionally, there are plenty of interesting fish to observe, making it an ideal spot for snorkeling."
Azurite 01
"The hike to this beach is quite pleasant. It's recommended to arrive at the monastery parking lot at least an hour before noon to explore the monastery, which costs €2.50 per person to enter. The hike can be challenging on the way back, so it's essential to wear appropriate footwear. However, the caves, monastery, and ruins along the way make the journey worthwhile. The beac..."
Andy M.
User reviews
"The beach is a bit of a trek, taking around an hour to reach by foot. The descent is simple, but the climb back up can be a bit exhausting. However, the effort is worth it as the water at the bottom is the clearest and most turquoise you'll ever see. Additionally, there are plenty of interesting fish to observe, making it an ideal spot for snorkeling."
Azurite 01
"The hike to this beach is quite pleasant. It's recommended to arrive at the monastery parking lot at least an hour before noon to explore the monastery, which costs €2.50 per person to enter. The hike can be challenging on the way back, so it's essential to wear appropriate footwear. However, the caves, monastery, and ruins along the way make the journey worthwhile. The beac..."
Andy M.
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What to do in Katholiko Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
When it comes to what to do in Katholiko 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.
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Katholiko Beach?
The Katholiko Beach is mostly covered with rocks. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is rocky, so special footwear is highly recommended.
What are the key activities at Katholiko Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Katholiko Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Katholiko Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Snorkeling
Is the Katholiko Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is very rocky, so it is highly recommended to use special shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Katholiko Beach is partially protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Katholiko 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 rocks and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Katholiko 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 Katholiko Beach?
Katholiko Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Hiking adventurers
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Katholiko Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Katholiko Beach.
There are 1 restaurants nearby.Sea View Beach Bar Restaurant is the closest place located 5000 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Katholiko Beach?
There are 480 places to stay in the Katholiko Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Katholiko Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Katholiko Beach from parking?
The Katholiko Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters and you have to overcome a long trail with descent at the end.
Are there any attractions nearby Katholiko Beach?
There are 1 attractions near Katholiko Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Cave Lera located in 4.3 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Katholiko Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Katholiko Beach is August. Its average value reaches 28°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?
Katholiko 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 Katholiko 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 Katholiko 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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