Fylakes Beach is a picturesque beach located near the main beach and Hirakleion in Crete. It is known for its unique natural characteristics, including a backdrop of cliffs and a surface that is more pebbly than stony, a common characteristic of Cretan beaches. The water at Fylakes Beach is cool, lovely, and crystal clear, with a calm surface that is a stunning shade of turquoise.
The beach offers a limited number of beach chairs, so visitors are advised to arrive early to secure one. There is also a small, private area behind the main beach that offers a relaxed and secluded atmosphere.
However, access to Fylakes Beach can be challenging. The easiest ways to reach the beach are by renting a boat or swimming from the main Agia Pelagia beach. Alternatively, visitors can climb down to the beach using an old rope tied to the cliff, although this method is not recommended due to safety concerns. The beach tends to get crowded after 11 am, with many visitors attempting to access the beach via these routes.
Despite these challenges, Fylakes Beach is a popular destination for its breathtaking views, clear water, and unique pebbly surface.
Fylakes Beach amenities include loungers.
Visitor reviews highlight the exceptional beauty of the beach, with its pebble-like texture, cool water, and cinematic backdrop of cliffs. The crystal clear, calm, turquoise water and the privacy offered, especially in the early hours, are particularly appreciated. However, visitors complain about the difficulty in accessing the beach, with some resorting to swimming or climbing down using ropes.
Visitors to Fylakes Beach often stay in the nearby town of Agia Pelagia, which offers various accommodation options and easy access to the beach by boat. Many travelers also choose to stay in Heraklion, the capital city of Crete, to explore its historical sites and include a day trip to Fylakes Beach as part of their itinerary.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
| Low / High | 18.5°C/19.8°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 19.6°C |
| Sea Temperature | 25.1 °C |
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| Wave Height | 2.0 m |
| Rain Chance | 30% |
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| Rainfall | 50.3 mm |
| Rain Duration | 24 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 07:15/19:02 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 5.5 hrs |
| UV Index | 4.4 |
| Cloud Cover | 97% |
| Speed | 23.3 km/h |
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| Gusts | 47.2 km/h |
| Direction | NW |
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