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Sougia Beach, Chania
See practical info for Sougia in Chania, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.
The ancient seaport at the mouth of the gorge
Sougia lies on the south coast of Chania, at the mouth of the Agia Irini gorge, about 70 kilometres from the city. Its long beach, roughly 1.5 kilometres of fine pebble, unfolds in front of the small seaside village of Sougia, in the Selino district, and counts among the most distinctive shores of southwestern Crete.
In antiquity this was Syia, the seaport of Doric Elyros. The name is said to derive from the Greek word "sys" (hog), as the area was famed for pig rearing in its oak forests. The town flourished in Roman times, and beneath the chapel of Agios Panteleimon survive mosaics of a 6th-century early Christian basilica. From Sougia also begins the trail to ancient Lissos, through the gorge of the same name.
The beach is organized, with sunbeds and umbrellas in season, a lifeguard in the summer months, showers, and tavernas and accommodation in the village. Rocks and trees give natural shade in places, the water deepens fairly quickly, and the road is paved almost to the shore. It has been awarded a Blue Flag.
- Region
- Chania, Greece
- Beach type
- Pebbles
- Access
- Easy road access
- Coordinates
- 35.24807, 23.81209
- Organized beach
- Sunbeds
About this beach
Sougia usually stays sheltered when the meltemi blows. 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.
Sougia is oriented towards the south, so it usually has natural cover from northerly, north-easterly and north-westerly winds.
Sougia has pebbles underfoot with water that deepens close to shore.
For amenities, Sougia has an organised beach, sunbeds and natural shade.
Good to know
Does Sougia beach get windy?
Sougia usually stays sheltered when the meltemi blows. 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 Sougia beach?
Access is easy road access. See the coordinates and map on CalmBeach.
What is Sougia beach like?
A pebbles beach with deep water.
What facilities does Sougia beach have?
It has an organised beach and sunbeds.
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