Alatsolimni Beach is a stunning beach located in Crete. Known for its natural beauty, the beach offers a relaxing atmosphere with its friendly waters. The beach is characterized by its long stretch of sand, crystal clear and shallow waters. It is a wild beach, far from the crowd, offering a special magic moment early in the morning when the sun rises. If you are lucky, you can even see little crabs coming out of the sand.
The beach is unorganized, so visitors are advised to bring their own umbrella, water, and other necessities. Despite its remote location, there are plenty of places for parking near the beach. However, getting to the beach can be a bit challenging as it involves going over a mountain. The beach is also susceptible to wind, so it's best to avoid visiting when the wind is strong.
Alatsolimni Beach amenities include parking.
Visitor reviews highlight the unique and relaxing atmosphere of the beach, with its crystal clear, shallow waters and the special magic of early morning sunrises. They also appreciate the beach's wild, unorganized nature and its distance from crowds, which adds to its charm. However, some visitors complain about the difficulty of accessing the beach by car due to the mountainous terrain.
Visitors to Alatsolimni Beach often stay in nearby towns such as Palekastro or Zakros, where they can find a range of accommodation options. These towns offer a more developed infrastructure and are popular bases for exploring the eastern part of Crete, with the beach being a serene escape included in their itinerary.
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Latitude: 35.048478 / Longitude: 26.2384636
Alatsolimni Beach is located in Crete. The following map of Alatsolimni Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 26.3°C/31.2°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 32.2°C |
| Sea Temperature | 26.0 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.7 m |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:17/20:25 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 13.1 hrs |
| UV Index | 8.3 |
| Cloud Cover | 0% |
| Speed | 33.3 km/h |
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| Gusts | 59.4 km/h |
| Direction | NW |
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