Beaches at Itanos

By the ancient town of Itanos stretch three exquisite beaches, in an area excellent for relaxation and diving alike.

Kokinna Gremna (Red Cliffs)

This is a quiet, secluded beach, with sand and scattered rocks, with deep clear waters that are ideal for those looking to relax and get aw

Gremna Gramvousa

Along the coastline north and west of Kasteli Kisamou up to the settlement of Kalyviani, you will meet with some small and deserted coves, but also

Imeri (Tame) Gramvousa

Imeri Gramvousa, one of two rocky islets off the northwest side of the Cape, lies some two nautical miles from the Balos lagoon.&nb

Balos

On the northwest coast of Cape Gramvousa, in a bay formed between the lesser capes of Tigani (the Frying pan) and Vouxa (Trypti), lies the sea-lagoon of

Beaches on Cape Sidero

Continuing the exploration of the beaches as one goes north onto Cape Sidero, the first one meets are Tentas and Aghios Isidoros.

Kato Zakros

A small seaside settlement with a wonderful and peaceful pebble beach, and blue crystalline waters with a fascinating sea-bed, just right for exploration.

Karoumes Beach

Lying at the mouth of the Chochlakies Gorge, this is a lovely, calm beach with sand, small gravelly stones and clear and crystalline waters which deepen sudd

Skinias Beach

In essence this is two isolated beaches, with crystal-clear waters, surrounded by cliffs. The southern is pebbly, whilst the northern has sand.