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Afrathia Beach, Heraklion

See practical info for Afrathia in Heraklion, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.

Region
Heraklion, Greece
Beach type
Sandy
Access
Moderate access
Coordinates
35.04395, 24.75571

About this beach

The bay at Afrathia opens to the west, so it usually has natural cover from northerly, north-easterly and north-westerly winds. Orientation only reflects which way the coast faces, not confirmed shelter, so check wind and waves in the app before you go.

Afrathia has sand underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water.

For amenities, Afrathia has parking nearby.

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