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Level: Intermediate, Expert
Type: Ocean
Water type: Chop
Water hazards: Swimmers
Water quality: Crystal clear
Infos: Beautiful clear water.
Beach type & size: Sand - Medium
Infos: This bay is also U-shaped, but not as small as the East bay. The beach is separated by a rocky point. Further west the beach is empty, but less wind. Less tourists.
Identified hazards: Rocks, Bystanders
Beachgoer: June, July, August
Weather specificities: Summer is the best time to go, water 24C, air 30C. A lycra for sun protection is recommended. Spring/autumn you need a wetsuit. In wintertime a long wetsuit.
Wind type: Thermal
Wind specificities: Only good in a North wind, which makes it through the bay. Further west the wind gets less, but North is more sideonshore here. Onshore: NNE.
Access description: by Car - From Heraclion drive east on E75 and 90, then you will get to Istro. This beach is located west of Istro.
Specific rules: None
Extra: Look out for tourists.
Accommodations: Parking
Popularity: 28 Views