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Aptera Beach, Chania
See practical info for Aptera in Chania, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.
- Region
- Chania, Greece
- Beach type
- Sandy
- Access
- Easy road access
- Coordinates
- 35.51107, 23.99383
- Organized beach
- Sunbeds
- Family friendly
About this beach
Aptera 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 bay at Aptera opens to the north, so it usually has natural cover from southerly, south-easterly and south-westerly winds.
Aptera has sand underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water — handy for families with young children.
For amenities, Aptera has an organised beach and sunbeds. There is a campsite nearby (Camping Hania, ~818 m).
Good to know
Does Aptera beach get windy?
Aptera 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 Aptera beach?
Access is easy road access. See the coordinates and map on CalmBeach.
What is Aptera beach like?
A sandy beach with shallow water.
What facilities does Aptera beach have?
It has an organised beach and sunbeds.
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