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Palaiokastro Beach, Heraklion

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

Region
Heraklion, Greece
Beach type
Sand & pebbles
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
35.3662056, 25.0388557

About this beach

Palaiokastro 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.

Palaiokastro is oriented towards the north-east, so it usually has natural cover from southerly, south-easterly and south-westerly winds.

Palaiokastro has sand and pebbles underfoot.

For amenities, Palaiokastro has an organised beach, sunbeds, parking nearby and food nearby.

Good to know

Does Palaiokastro beach get windy?

Palaiokastro 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 Palaiokastro beach?

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

What is Palaiokastro beach like?

A sand & pebbles beach.

What facilities does Palaiokastro beach have?

It has an organised beach, sunbeds, parking nearby and food nearby.

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