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Paralia tou Maleme Beach, Chania

See practical info for Paralia tou Maleme in Chania, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.

Region
Chania, Greece
Beach type
Sand & pebbles
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
35.5254214, 23.8533131

About this beach

Paralia tou Maleme is exposed in the meltemi — often choppy on summer N/NE days. That comes from the measured shape of the coastline around it and our curated wind records — a seasonal picture, not a live forecast, so check live wind and waves before you go.

The shoreline at Paralia tou Maleme faces north, so it usually has natural cover from southerly, south-easterly and south-westerly winds.

Paralia tou Maleme has sand and pebbles underfoot.

For amenities, Paralia tou Maleme has an organised beach, sunbeds and natural shade.

Good to know

Does Paralia tou Maleme beach get windy?

Paralia tou Maleme is exposed in the meltemi — often choppy on summer N/NE days. That is based on the measured shape of its coastline against the meltemi; check live wind and waves before you go.

How do you get to Paralia tou Maleme beach?

Access is easy road access. See the coordinates and map on CalmBeach.

What is Paralia tou Maleme beach like?

A sand & pebbles beach.

What facilities does Paralia tou Maleme beach have?

It has an organised beach and sunbeds.

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