Lassithi beaches

The coastline of Lassithi combines sandy beaches, palm groves and wild rocky coves. In the South Cretan Sea, the beaches of Chrissi and Koufonissi stand out, while the eastern coast includes the palm forest of Vai, the beaches of Itanos, Karoumes and Xerokambos. Farther west, the landscape becomes greener below the slopes of the Thripti Mountains, while near Agios Nikolaos notable beaches include Gargadoros, Voulisma and Ammoudara.

Lassithi Map

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Beach

Attributes

Our rating

1

Chrissi

2

Vatos

3

Mirtos

4

Sarikambos

5

Ammoudares

6

Gra Ligia

7

Ierapetra

8

Peristeras

9

Katharades

10

Koutsounari

11

Kakia Skala

12

Ferma

13

Agia Fotia

14

Ahlia

15

Mavros Kolimbos

16

Maheridia

17

Koutsouras

18

Kalamokanias

19

Makrigialos

20

Diaskari
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Beach

Attributes

Our rating

21

Lagada

22

Psalidia

23

Ammoudi

24

Kalo Nero

25

Kapsas

26

Kalami

27

Votsalaki

28

Goudouras

29

Livari

30

Tihida

31

Kamarelles

32

Asprougas

33

Filadelfia

34

Prosfora

35

Agia Irini

36

Mazida

37

Xerokambos

38

Katsounaki

39

Zakros

40

Karoumes
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Beach

Attributes

Our rating

41

Skinias

42

Skaria

43

Hiona

44

Kouremenos

45

Maridati

46

Kedromouri

47

Vai

48

Itanos

49

Tendas

50

Agios Isidoros

51

Agia Fotia

52

Sitia

53

Platani

54

Papadiokambps

55

Charkomatas

56

Richtis

57

Gela

58

Mochlos

59

Tholos

60

Agriomandra
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Beach

Attributes

Our rating

61

Pahia Ammos

62

Gournia

63

Pilos

64

Voulisma

65

Karavostasis

66

Vathi

67

Ammoudara

68

Almiros

69

Gargadoros

69

Ammos

70

Kitroplatia

71

Ammoudi

72

Havania

73

Katsikia

74

Pigaidakia

75

Kolokitha

76

Elounda

77

Tsifliki

78

Plaka

79

Chomatistra

80

Agios Antonios
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Beach

Attributes

Our rating

81

Vhyhadia

82

Skotini

83

Anogia

84

Milatos

85

Boufos

86

Sissi

Ierapetra beach

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Rating 2.10 (172 Votes)

Ierapetra is located 35km southeast of Agios Nikolaos and is the southernmost city of Greece. It is built in one of the warmest areas of Crete, which makes it very popular for holidays, even until the end of autumn. The wider area of Ierapetra is famous for its beaches, stretching along a vast beachfront. Almost all of them are covered by the characteristic fine black pebbles, which do not stick in the leg, and the sea is usually flat.

Lagoufa beach at Analipsis

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Rating 4.69 (256 Votes)

Lagoufa is located right after the east end of Makrigialos main beach, around 59km southeast of Agios Nikolaos and 24km east of Ierapetra. It consists of two adjacent protected coves, which are formed near the big hotels of Makrigialos.

Koutsouras beaches

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Rating 2.01 (151 Votes)

Koutsouras is located 55km southeast of Agios Nikolaos and 20km east of Ierapetra, on the main road between Ierapetra and Makrigialos. It is a relatively new village, built in a valley with pine trees, greenhouses and olive groves on the southern foothills of Mount Thripti. The village is developed with a police station, pharmacy, clinic, hotels, restaurants, supermarkets, etc., but it is still a very quiet place.

Agios Panteleimon beach at Istron

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Rating 2.76 (152 Votes)

Istro(n) is located 12km east of Agios Nikolaos and 22km north of Ierapetra, very close to Kalo Chorio. It is a quiet village, situated in a lush valley full with olive groves and springs, which has been developed during the last decades. However, the development was fortunately mild, mainly due to the regional building restrictions because of the archaeological discoveries. The main growth driver of Istron is undoubtedly the emerald beaches which are scattered in three adjacent bays.

Agios Andreas beach in Ierapetra

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Rating 2.04 (169 Votes)

The east end of the long Ierapetra beach is called Livadia, and beyond this, is called Peristeras. This is a secluded area with high cliffs surrounding it. The beach is sandy and has several smooth rocks in places. You can reach the easternmost part of Saint Andrew by walking from the road. However, there is a second sandy beach in Peristeras, just behind the rocky end of the long beach, that can be accessed by the road. This is very well protected by prying eyes, but there are many rocks.

Ahlia beach

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Rating 3.73 (155 Votes)

In front of the cove lies a beautiful beach with coarse sand and vivid blue water. The beach is slightly developed with some umbrellas, water sports and some rooms, mini markets and taverns closeby. There are many tamarisk trees around offering shade to the visitors and the sea is almost always flat. The area is ideal for peaceful holidays and for families.

Livari beach

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Rating 3.45 (192 Votes)

Livari is located 90km southeast of Agios Nikolaos and 7km east of Goudouras, in one of the most remote areas of Crete where you can be truly alone. 2km east is the large power plant of Atherinolakkos, which is the only drawback in the landscape.

Vlyhadia beaches

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Rating 2.79 (191 Votes)

Vlychadia is located 31km north of Agios Nikolaos, on the north shores of the area of Mirabello. It is a small seaside settlement, where you can get after driving from Neapolis, through the villages Skinias and Agios Georgios. Around the dorp there are several small bays with secluded beaches, which are mainly rocky and pebbly.

Lassithi

Echoes of Blue

Chrissi isle

Agios Nikolaos

Vai

Lassithi beaches

Ierapetra beach

Lagoufa beach at Analipsis

Koutsouras beaches

Agios Panteleimon beach at Istron

Agios Andreas beach in Ierapetra

Ahlia beach

Livari beach

Vlyhadia beaches