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Photo of Alatsolimni beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Alatsolimni beach with spacious bay

Photo of Alatsolimni beach with very clean level of cleanliness

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Alatsolimni beach

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

There are 75 places to stay in the Alatsolimni beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Alatsolimni 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=5160838&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Amatu Villa (Hermes)</a></li><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=2489465&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa Sirena</a></li></ul>

Xerokampos, Greece

#216 out of 478 in Crete

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Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Deserted Sand bottom Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

Xerokampos • 1.2 km

Map of beach

Tourist Attraction Minoan Footprint

50m

Tourist Attraction Amatos Beach

3km

Tourist Attraction Zakros Water Museum

7.6 - Very good 7km

Tourist Attraction Πηγή Ζάκρου

7.1km

Tourist Attraction Pelekita Cave

7.9km

Tourist Attraction cSc - Tour of Crete Cycling Challenge

9.6km

Tourist Attraction Kato Peristeras Cave

10 - Exceptional 9.9km

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About

Alatsolimni beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 216th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 58.5 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Xerokampos settlement, just 1.2 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, 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.

Alatsolimni 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.

6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Xerokampos beach, which has a rating of 8.1.

Alatsolimni beach (Crete) is located outside the Xerokampos 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 and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Alatsolimni beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., 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

Xerokampos • 1.2 km

Map of beach

Tourist Attraction Minoan Footprint

50m

Tourist Attraction Amatos Beach

3km

Tourist Attraction Zakros Water Museum

7.6 - Very good 7km

Tourist Attraction Πηγή Ζάκρου

7.1km

Tourist Attraction Pelekita Cave

7.9km

Tourist Attraction cSc - Tour of Crete Cycling Challenge

9.6km

Tourist Attraction Kato Peristeras Cave

10 - Exceptional 9.9km

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Located at nearest locality

Xerokampos • 17.4km from center

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23.7km from the beach

8 Very good

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Located at nearest locality

Xerokampos • 22.6km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)

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Kato Zakros beach Kato Zakros beach

7.1 Good

7.1km

Wall of Taichida Wall of Taichida

4.6 Tolerable

Localities

Nearest

Xerokampos • 1.2km

Main locality of province

Kastelli • 58.5km

Transport

Airport

JSH • 22.4km

Bus Station

Sitia Bus Station • 21.2km

Train Station

lti Meli Palace • 72.3km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7 Good

Sergios Mainaris

10 Exceptional

The beach is absolutely stunning with its sand. However, it's a bit unorganized, so it's best to bring your own umbrella and water. Luckily, there are plenty of parking spots available and some restaurants nearby.

March 2023

Lectripaion

10 Exceptional

The beach boasts a mix of golden sand and rocks, with crystal clear waters that are noticeably salty.

March 2023

Alexios Papadopoulos

10 Exceptional

The area is stunning, but accessing it by car can be challenging due to the mountainous terrain.

March 2023

Dimitrios M.

10 Exceptional

There's something unique about this place that's hard to pinpoint, but it's incredibly relaxing. The water is also very welcoming, if you catch my drift.

March 2023

Fabrizio Delgado

10 Exceptional

This beach in Crete is definitely one of the best. Additionally, it boasts golden sand.

March 2023

Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Alatsolimni beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Alatsolimni beach?

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

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

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

Is the Alatsolimni 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 and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Alatsolimni 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.

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Alatsolimni beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Alatsolimni beach?

There are 75 places to stay in the Alatsolimni beach area.

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

Ammothines

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Alatsolimni beach from parking?

The Alatsolimni 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 Alatsolimni beach?

There are 2 attractions near Alatsolimni beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Minoan Footprint located in 0.3 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Alatsolimni 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?

Alatsolimni 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.Alatsolimni 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.