Photo of Vlychada beach with light pebble surface

Photo of Vlychada beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Vlychada beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Vlychada beach located in natural area

Photo of Vlychada beach surrounded by mountains

7.3

Good

Vlychada beach

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

There are 47 places to stay in the Vlychada beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Vlychada 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>

Kalón Khoríon, Greece

#201 out of 478 in Crete

7.3

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Secluded relax Light pebble Deserted Pebbles bottom Parking nearby

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Located outside the settlement

Kalo Chorio • 3.3 km

Map of beach

Restaurant SERETIS

9.6 - Exceptional 5.7km

Cafe GIOY INTERNET

9.6 - Exceptional 5.8km

Hiking Area gorge Ammoudoseli

5.1km

Hiking Area Perivolakia Gorge

9.7km

Tourist Attraction Amatos Beach

4.6km

Tourist Attraction Atherina beach

7.7km

Tourist Attraction Minoan Footprint

7.7km

Tourist Attraction Σιντριβάνι Χανδρά

9.4 - Excellent 9km

Tourist Attraction Voila fountain

9.4 - Excellent 9.1km

Historical Landmark Voila Tower

9.1km

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About

Vlychada beach is located on the Mediterranean Sea and it is in the 201th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 53.6 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Kalo Chorio settlement, just 3.3 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs. 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 light pebble, so it is recommended to wear 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. Moreover, this beach is popular with naturists.

Vlychada 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.

Not everyone can get to this beach. To reach it, you have to follow a dangerous mountain path, not recommended for children and elderly people. Parking is located directly on the beach.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Livari beach, which has a rating of 7.1.

Vlychada beach (Crete) is located outside the Kalo Chorio 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

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

Kalo Chorio • 3.3 km

Map of beach

Restaurant SERETIS

9.6 - Exceptional 5.7km

Cafe GIOY INTERNET

9.6 - Exceptional 5.8km

Hiking Area gorge Ammoudoseli

5.1km

Hiking Area Perivolakia Gorge

9.7km

Tourist Attraction Amatos Beach

4.6km

Tourist Attraction Atherina beach

7.7km

Tourist Attraction Minoan Footprint

7.7km

Tourist Attraction Σιντριβάνι Χανδρά

9.4 - Excellent 9km

Tourist Attraction Voila fountain

9.4 - Excellent 9.1km

Historical Landmark Voila Tower

9.1km

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Located at nearest locality

Kalo Chorio • 19.1km from center

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23.3km from the beach

Muses Beach Villas - Thalia

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Located at nearest locality

Kalo Chorio • 20.5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7 (Good)

The beach stretches on the coast of the Crete island

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Nearest Beaches

560m 7 min walk

Livari beach Livari beach

7.1 Good

1.3km 17 min walk

Wall of Taichida Wall of Taichida

4.6 Tolerable

3.5km

Agia Irini beach Agia Irini beach

6.4 Pleasant

5km

Ligia Lakos beach Ligia Lakos beach

6.8 Good

5.4km

Papadakion beach Papadakion beach

7.6 Very good

5.8km

Paralia Goudouras Paralia Goudouras

7.3 Good

6.3km

Xerokampos beach Xerokampos beach

8.1 Very good

6.3km

Paralia Votsalaki Paralia Votsalaki

7.6 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Kalo Chorio • 3.3km

Main locality of province

Kastelli • 53.6km

Transport

Airport

JSH • 22.9km

Bus Station

Sitia Bus Station • 21.5km

Train Station

lti Meli Palace • 67.2km

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Travelers reviews

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7.3 Good

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7.3 Good

Niva

8 Very good

The water at this beach is crystal clear and the atmosphere is peaceful. However, the entrance can be tricky to navigate. Look for the first crack from the water and follow the wooden stairs down. Alternatively, there is another entrance near an old building, but be cautious as it is more difficult to access. Snorkeling is not recommended and there are not many shells, but you may spot a few fish. If you have a jeep or older car, the road to the beach is manageable. Otherwise, it's best to park under the trees at the first beach and walk a short distance.

April 2023

Ethan Larson

8 Very good

Getting to the beach is challenging as you need to navigate through rough terrain, but once you arrive, you'll have the entire stretch of sand all to yourself.

April 2023

Marco Rossi

10 Exceptional

The beach is secluded and picturesque, but getting there requires navigating through rocky terrain and the lack of ventilation can be uncomfortable. It's not too challenging to traverse the rocks, but it's important to wear rubber shoes and be agile. While the dirt road leading to the coast can be accessed by any car, caution is advised, especially for city cars. A 4x4 vehicle would make the journey much easier.

April 2023

Ms. Kaela

6 Pleasant

This secluded beach appears to be an excellent spot for snorkeling, but accessing it can be a bit challenging. The pathway leading to the beach has a steep 2-meter slope, but some helpful individuals have constructed a ladder to make it passable. It's recommended to wear sturdy shoes and long pants to protect against the prickly bushes. Don't forget to bring an umbrella as there is no shade available. The road leading to the beach is mostly paved, but the last two kilometers have some rough patches, so it's best to drive carefully. We managed to reach the beach with our Peugeot 208, but we opted to park at nearby Livary Beach as the final hill was too steep for our car.

April 2023

Questions and answers

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

The beachline of Vlychada beach is covered with light pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.

What are the key activities at Vlychada beach?

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

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

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

Is the Vlychada 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 pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Vlychada 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.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of Vlychada beach?

Vlychada beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

FKK / Naturists

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Vlychada beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Vlychada beach?

There are 47 places to stay in the Vlychada beach area.

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

Ammothines

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Vlychada beach from parking?

The Vlychada 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 and the path to beach is only for experienced travellers. Not recommended for children or senior people.

Are there any attractions nearby Vlychada beach?

There are 1 attractions near Vlychada beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Amatos Beach located in 4.9 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Vlychada 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?

Vlychada 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 Vlychada 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 Vlychada 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.