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Schisma Beach, Lasithi

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

The sandy beach by Elounda's harbour

Schisma is the main beach of Elounda, on Mirabello Bay in Lasithi, right beside the village harbour. It takes its name from the seaside settlement of the same name, which is said to have grown up around 1906 east of the harbour, its people living off fishing and whetstone quarrying.

Its setting is steeped in history: in the channel separating Elounda from the Kolokytha peninsula lie the submerged ruins of ancient Olous, one of the notable cities of ancient Crete, while the isthmus preserves the old salt pans, the windmills and the canal said to have been opened by the French in 1897. Around the beach spreads Elounda's most cosmopolitan face, with hotels and tavernas along the waterfront.

The beach is organized by the municipality, with fine sand and shallow water, sunbeds, umbrellas, showers, tavernas, cafés and water sports, and it holds a Blue Flag award. Access is by paved road within Elounda, with parking close by.

Region
Lasithi, Greece
Beach type
Sandy
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
35.26429, 25.72247

About this beach

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

Schisma has sand underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water — handy for families with young children.

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

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