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Onerock Beach
Type
gravel
Wind exposure
Moderate
Parking
No
Kids
Not ideal
Bathing water · EU 2026 : Excellent
Source: EEA (2026 report)
usually calm★ 4.1/5
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Is Onerock Beach a sandy beach?
Onerock Beach is a gravel beach located in the central region of Crete.
Is the water clean at Onerock Beach?
Onerock Beach holds the EU bathing-water rating "Excellent", the highest of the four EU categories, for the 2025 season, under the European Bathing Water Directive (source: European Environment Agency).
Is the sea calm at Onerock Beach?
The sea at Onerock Beach is usually calm. For today's live wind and wave conditions, see our "where to swim today" page.
Is Onerock Beach suitable for children?
The water at Onerock Beach is of normal depth.
Are there sunbeds and facilities at Onerock Beach?
At Onerock Beach you will find: accommodation nearby, food and water nearby, sunbeds and umbrellas, water sports.
Is there parking at Onerock Beach?
No, Onerock Beach does not have dedicated parking. Access: paved road.
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