Crete, Greece

Panagia Beach

Panagia Beach is a secluded location that is challenging to reach. The beach is not accessible by car, and it requires traversing through private areas.

It is recommended for visitors to be well-equipped and physically fit due to the difficult access.

Explore places to stay near Panagia Beach and prepare for an adventure to this secluded gem, perfect for dedicated swimmers.

The beach is more suited for swimmers, as it does not offer much for diving enthusiasts.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beach's inaccessibility as it is located in a private area and is difficult to reach, especially for those with small children. Despite this, visitors appreciate the beach for its suitability for swimmers. However, they express disappointment about the lack of interesting sights for divers.

Where to Stay near Panagia Beach?

Visitors to Panagia Beach in Crete often choose to stay in nearby towns like Agios Nikolaos or Elounda, which offer a range of accommodations and are popular tourist destinations. Due to the beach's secluded nature and challenging access, there are no accommodations within walking distance, making these towns ideal bases for exploring the area.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Panagia Beach?

Latitude: 35.3894166 / Longitude: 25.04138

Panagia Beach is located in Crete. The following map of Panagia Beach shows the exact location.

Panagia Beach: Weather Today

📅 Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Today might not be the best for a full beach day at Panagia Beach. Expect a cooler maximum air temperature of 15.4 °C. There's a chance of rain, so it might be worth packing an umbrella. The wind will be moderate. The sea temperature is 17.0 °C, which is rather cool. The waves should be manageable.
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Air

Low / High8°C/15.4°C
Feels Like (High)14.2°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature17.0 °C
Wave Height0.8 m
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Rain

Rain Chance38%
Rainfall0.6 mm
Rain Duration3 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:27/18:28
Sunshine Hours3.8 hrs
UV Index5
Cloud Cover88%
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Wind

Speed10.1 km/h
Gusts19.4 km/h
DirectionS

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