Kouremenos Beach

Located on the eastern coast of Crete, near the village of Palaikastro, Kouremenos Beach is a 1.5-kilometer-long golden sand pebbly beach with many rocky portions.  It is considered one of the longest beaches in the region.   The beach has a beautiful backdrop of the famous Cape Tenta to its north and Kastri Hill by the south, tamarisk trees, olive groves, and a few oceanfront buildings, including local shops, restaurants, taverns, and a few hotels, creating a picturesque setting along the Mediterranean Sea.

Kouremenos Beach, Crete, does not have lifeguards, but offers many other amenities including restrooms, showers, changing rooms, shaded areas, a boat rental facility, a sunbed and palapas rental facility, surf schools, several restaurants, taverns, beach bars, and nearby hotels.

Kouremenos Beach offers many fun activities, including swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling, diving, sailing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, paddleboarding, photography, picnicking, and boating.  If you plan to go into the water, the waves are usually calm, making it a perfect spot for swimming.   If you want to enjoy snorkeling, the shallow waters and clear visibility allow divers and snorkelers to explore a diverse array of fish, corals, and other marine creatures.  Visitors can go surfing due to the frequent windy weather, creating favorable conditions for surfers.  Kouremenos Beach is known for its strong and steady wind, the Meltemi winds that blow almost all year round.  This wind creates perfect conditions for windsurfing and kitesurfing, attracting enthusiasts from all over Europe.  Hikers can enjoy the nearby hiking trails, which offer unique insights into the local biodiversity.  Since no permit is required for Kouremenos Beach camping, campers can pitch their tents amid the trees to enjoy the shade.  The beach's natural beauty, especially at sunset, makes it popular for photographers.  In addition, many points near the beach are known for taking the best Kouremenos Beach photos, particularly from the hills above the beach.  The beach is ideal for visitors looking for a tranquil beach experience, as it sees comparatively fewer visitors than its neighboring beaches.  Dogs are not allowed on the beach, which is open from sunrise until sunset.

Kouremenos Beach does not offer an access path for people with disabilities.

Getting to Kouremenos Beach is easy - the beach has a parking lot located at Kouremenos Beach Road, Kouremenos 723 00, Greece, which provides easy access to the beach.  You may refer to the Kouremenos Beach map for locational details.

The beach is famous for its breathtaking sunsets, providing stunning views over the Mediterranean Sea.

There are many attractions near Kouremenos Beach.  Sitia is a small coastal town located on the northeastern coast of Crete, renowned for its traditional Cretan architecture, picturesque harbor, vibrant local markets, churches, monasteries, a museum, a fortress, beaches, traditional taverns, cafes, and historical sites that offer a glimpse into authentic Cretan life and its vibrant culture.  The Archaeological Museum of Sitia showcases a diverse range of artifacts from the ancient Minoan, Roman, and Byzantine periods, including pottery, frescoes, sculptures, coins, mosaics, and inscriptions that provide insights into the rich history of the region.  Toplou Monastery is one of the most significant and historic monasteries on the island of Crete, featuring a classic Byzantine architectural style, including a fortified structure with high walls, a large courtyard, and a distinctive bell tower.  The main church of the monastery is dedicated to the Virgin Mary, and it also has a small museum on-site displaying religious artifacts, manuscripts, icons, and traditional robes that provide insights into the monastery's historical significance.

Zakros Gorge, also known as the Gorge of the Dead, is a beautiful gorge with high walls and big caves on them.  These caves are the ancient Minoan cemetery that was discovered in the gorge, where tombs were carved into the cliffs.  Hikers can explore many moderately challenging trails that wind through rugged terrain, featuring impressive rock formations, lush vegetation, and the valley below.  If you are looking for another nearby attraction, The Ancient City of Itanos, known for its role as a trading and cultural center of the region, was established during the Minoan period and continued to be significant through the Roman and Byzantine periods.  Visitors can explore the remains of various structures, including temples, public buildings, Roman baths, residential areas, and a museum that offer a deeper understanding of the city's history.

If you get hungry, there are many great restaurants near Kouremenos Beach.  Glaros Beach Bar is positioned near the beach and serves amazing salads, pasta, burgers, sandwiches, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.  Grandes Seaside Restaurant is another beachfront restaurant that serves delicious salads, pasta, meat, seafood, and poultry dishes.  Aliais serves incredible Greek-inspired dishes, including salads, seafood, and meat dishes.  Surf Beach - Snack Bar Kouremenos serves amazing seafood.  If you are looking for another good and affordable restaurant nearby, Hiona Taverna serves incredible salads, seafood, meat, and poultry dishes.

If you are looking for Kouremenos Beach, there are many great options nearby.  If you are looking for an upscale hotel, the 5-Star Sitia Beach City Resort & Spa is 25 minutes away by car and offers many amenities, including an indoor and two outdoor pools, a spa with a hammam and a sauna, a fitness center, tennis and volleyball courts, hot tubs, and restaurants.  A more affordable hotel is the 4-Star Hotel Galinis, which offers a few amenities, including an outdoor pool and free WiFi.   Another moderately priced option is the 3-Star Hotel Kouremenos Beach, which has several amenities, including a garden, free WiFi, and a kitchen in all rooms.  A more reasonably priced option is the 3-Star Castri Village Hotel, which offers several amenities, including an outdoor pool and a terrace with sea views.  If you are looking for another affordable hotel, Grandes Apartments Kouremenos offers a few amenities, including a terrace and a dining room.