Photo of Karoumes beach with gray sand & pebble surface

Photo of Karoumes beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Karoumes beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Karoumes beach located in natural area

7.2

Good

Karoumes beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Karoumes beach?

There are 134 places to stay in the Karoumes beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Karoumes beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1893431&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Ammothines</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4701819&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Modern downtown apartment</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5160838&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Amatu Villa (Hermes)</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2489465&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa Sirena</a></li></ul>

Khokhlakiaí, Greece

#206 out of 478 in Crete

7.2

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Secluded relax Gray sand & pebble Deserted Sand & Pebbles bottom Short mountain trail

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Located outside the settlement

Chochlakies • 2.7 km

Map of beach

Cafe Christinas Cafe

10 - Exceptional 5.5km

Restaurant Elia Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 5.5km

Restaurant Meltémi

9.2 - Excellent 5.5km

Restaurant Agistri

9.6 - Exceptional 5.5km

Restaurant Η Κακαβια

9.2 - Excellent 5.6km

Greek Restaurant Fotis Seaside

9.4 - Excellent 5.8km

Restaurant Hiona Taverna

9.4 - Excellent 5.8km

Restaurant Finistrini

9.4 - Excellent 6km

Restaurant Kastrí

9.2 - Excellent 6km

Hiking Area Gorge Chochlakies

1.3km

Hiking Area Kurzer Wanderweg zum Strand / Taverne Maridatis

7.9km

Hiking Area Γεωδιαδρομή 2

9.4km

Grocery Store Mini Market

6km

Supermarket MINI MARKET ΑΪΛΑΜΆΚΗΣ ΚΩΣΤΉΣ

6km

Tourist Attraction Pelekita Cave

2.8km

Tourist Attraction Petsofas

9 - Excellent 4.4km

Tourist Attraction cSc - Tour of Crete Cycling Challenge

4.7km

Tourist Attraction Old local house

6 - Pleasant 4.8km

Tourist Attraction Palaikastro Minoan Town

8.4 - Very good 5.3km

Tourist Attraction Kouros of Palaikastro Info Point

5.9km

Tourist Attraction Zakros Water Museum

7.6 - Very good 6.4km

Tourist Attraction Palaikastro Geopark info

10 - Exceptional 6.4km

Tourist Attraction Gone Surfing Crete Windsurfing & Wingfoiling Center

9.8 - Exceptional 6.6km

Historical Landmark Petsophas Minoan peak sanctuary

4.4km

Historical Landmark Minoan Palace of Zakros

5.5km

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About

Karoumes beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 206th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 58.4 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Chochlakies settlement, just 2.7 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains. This beach is not a well-known place, so it is well suited for a relaxing leisure.

It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and gray sand & pebble cover, 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 etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Karoumes 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.

Getting to the beach is quite simple: just take a short walk along the trail.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Skinias beach, which has a rating of 7.7.

Karoumes beach (Crete) is located outside the Chochlakies 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.

Weather

history

+31 ^o C +23 ^o C

Air temperature

4.1 M/S

Wind

+24 ^o C

Water temperature

1.3 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Chochlakies • 2.7 km

Map of beach

Cafe Christinas Cafe

10 - Exceptional 5.5km

Restaurant Elia Restaurant

9.4 - Excellent 5.5km

Restaurant Meltémi

9.2 - Excellent 5.5km

Restaurant Agistri

9.6 - Exceptional 5.5km

Restaurant Η Κακαβια

9.2 - Excellent 5.6km

Greek Restaurant Fotis Seaside

9.4 - Excellent 5.8km

Restaurant Hiona Taverna

9.4 - Excellent 5.8km

Restaurant Finistrini

9.4 - Excellent 6km

Restaurant Kastrí

9.2 - Excellent 6km

Hiking Area Gorge Chochlakies

1.3km

Hiking Area Kurzer Wanderweg zum Strand / Taverne Maridatis

7.9km

Hiking Area Γεωδιαδρομή 2

9.4km

Grocery Store Mini Market

6km

Supermarket MINI MARKET ΑΪΛΑΜΆΚΗΣ ΚΩΣΤΉΣ

6km

Tourist Attraction Pelekita Cave

2.8km

Tourist Attraction Petsofas

9 - Excellent 4.4km

Tourist Attraction cSc - Tour of Crete Cycling Challenge

4.7km

Tourist Attraction Old local house

6 - Pleasant 4.8km

Tourist Attraction Palaikastro Minoan Town

8.4 - Very good 5.3km

Tourist Attraction Kouros of Palaikastro Info Point

5.9km

Tourist Attraction Zakros Water Museum

7.6 - Very good 6.4km

Tourist Attraction Palaikastro Geopark info

10 - Exceptional 6.4km

Tourist Attraction Gone Surfing Crete Windsurfing & Wingfoiling Center

9.8 - Exceptional 6.6km

Historical Landmark Petsophas Minoan peak sanctuary

4.4km

Historical Landmark Minoan Palace of Zakros

5.5km

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Stays nearby

11 accomodations nearby

6.1km from the beach

9.9 Exceptional

Palaikastro Holiday Apartment

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Chochlakies • 5.8km from center

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17.2km from the beach

8.1 Very good

Sitia Holidays

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Chochlakies • 14.8km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

590m 8 min walk

Mafromouri beach Mafromouri beach

6.8 Good

2.6km

Skinias beach Skinias beach

7.7 Very good

5km

Clay beach Clay beach

5.9 Pleasant

5.2km

Skariá beach Skariá beach

5.6 Pleasant

5.6km

Kato Zakros beach Kato Zakros beach

7.1 Good

5.8km

Paralia Chiona Paralia Chiona

7.2 Good

6.6km

Paralia Kouremenos Paralia Kouremenos

7.9 Very good

7.3km

Kouremenos beach Kouremenos beach

7.7 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Chochlakies • 2.7km

Main locality of province

Kastelli • 58.4km

Transport

Airport

JSH • 17.7km

Bus Station

Sitia Bus Station • 16.9km

Train Station

lti Meli Palace • 72.1km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7.2 Good

Jarek Kowalski

8 Very good

It's quite windy at the beach, so it's best to check the weather before heading there. Don't be fooled by the wind at the entrance of the gorge, as it may not accurately reflect the conditions on the actual beach.

March 2023

Elio Santoro

10 Exceptional

This beach is a true treasure. Our group had the entire area to ourselves, and the snorkeling was an unforgettable experience. Although the water was slightly cool towards the end of May, we were constantly entertained by the curious cornetfish that swam just meters away from us. The journey to the beach involves a one-hour hike through a rocky gorge. The level of difficulty depends on your physical fitness, as it can range from a pleasant stroll to a more challenging trek. While trekking sandals are acceptable, comfortable hiking shoes are recommended for optimal comfort. Don't forget to bring water and a hat to stay hydrated and protected from the sun.

March 2023

Jaxon Kallias

10 Exceptional

This beach is an excellent spot to spend the day, and the walk to get there is definitely worth it.

March 2023

Luisa Martínez San Román

10 Exceptional

The gray-sand beach with pebbles is breathtaking.

March 2023

Zevan

10 Exceptional

The beach is peaceful and not crowded, with just a handful of visitors. The path leading to the beach is a pleasant and effortless stroll. It's advisable to bring ample provisions, including food and water.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Karoumes beach?

Karoumes beach has a gray sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Karoumes beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Karoumes 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 Karoumes beach good for swimming?

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

Karoumes beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Karoumes 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 sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Karoumes beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. It's not on the main paths, so this place is somewhat hidden. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Karoumes beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Karoumes beach?

There are 134 places to stay in the Karoumes beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Karoumes beach include:

Ammothines

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Karoumes beach from parking?

The Karoumes beach has no parking spot and you have to overcome a small descent.

Are there any attractions nearby Karoumes beach?

There are 4 attractions near Karoumes beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Pelekita Cave located in 3 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Karoumes beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Karoumes 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?

Karoumes 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.Karoumes beach (Crete island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.