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Sunset beaches in Heraklion
Want to watch the sun go down over the sea in Heraklion? These 6 west-facing beaches look out toward the sunset. Time your visit for late afternoon — and check wind and waves in CalmBeach before you go.
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Kommos
Sandy - Easy road access
The Minoan harbour below Phaistos — A long (~2 km) golden beach with dunes, tamarisks and carob trees, on the south coast. At its edge lies a Minoan settlement that served as the…
- Afrathia Sandy - Moderate access
- Katalyki Sand & pebbles - Passable dirt road
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Kokkini Ammos
Sand & pebbles - Difficult access (path)
The red sands behind Matala — Kokkini Ammos, the Red Beach, lies on Crete's south coast about 800 metres south of Matala, hidden behind the hill of Kastri. It owes its name to its…
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Matala
Sand & pebbles - Easy road access
The carved caves and the hippies — A sandy bay framed by sandstone walls pierced by dozens of caves. They were carved as tombs in Roman and early-Christian times, but many have rooms…
- Vathy Sand & pebbles - Passable dirt road
Which beaches in Heraklion face the sunset?
The beaches listed here face west or southwest, so the sun sets over the water in front of you. Arrive before sunset to find a spot and enjoy the light.
Anything to know for an evening visit?
Wind can pick up or drop in the evening, and remote beaches have no lights. Check live wind and waves in the app and bring a torch for the walk back.