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

📅 Saturday, September 5, 2026
Today offers a mostly sunny but rather blustery day at Panagia Beach, making it a mixed experience for beachgoers. While the air temperature is a warm 29 °C and the water is a pleasant 27.2 °C, the conditions are quite windy. You should expect active, rolling waves around 1.3 m, which might make relaxing on the sand or swimming a bit challenging due to the persistent breeze. The sun will be strong throughout the day with a high UV Index of 7.25, so please remember to pack plenty of sunscreen and find some shade if you stay for the afternoon. It is not the calmest day for a swim, but if you enjoy a more dynamic seaside atmosphere and don't mind the wind, it can still be an enjoyable outing.
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Air

Low / High23.4°C/29°C
Feels Like (High)27.3°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature27.2 °C
Wave Height1.3 m
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Rain

Rain Chance0%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:54/19:41
Sunshine Hours12.2 hrs
UV Index7.25
Cloud Cover1%
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Wind

Speed35.2 km/h
Gusts62.3 km/h
DirectionNW

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