Psaromoura beach beach in central Crete

Psaromoura beach

central Crete
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Type

Mixed

Wind exposure

Moderate

Parking

No

Kids

Not ideal

Conditions right now

Updated every 30 min
Bathing water · EU 2026 : Excellent
Source: EEA (2026 report)
usually calm Crowd level: usually busy4.2/5

Psaromoura beach is a beach in central Crete with pebbles. The water is blue and green. Water depth is generally deep. Access is by paved road. It is usually busy. Visitor rating: 4.2/5.

Getting there by bus

Distances as the crow flies.

FAQ

Is Psaromoura beach a sandy beach?

Psaromoura beach is a pebbles beach with blue water, in the central region of Crete.

Is the water clean at Psaromoura beach?

Psaromoura 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 Psaromoura beach?

The sea at Psaromoura beach is usually calm. For today's live wind and wave conditions, see our "where to swim today" page.

Is Psaromoura beach suitable for children?

The water at Psaromoura beach is deep.

Are there sunbeds and facilities at Psaromoura beach?

At Psaromoura beach you will find: accommodation nearby, food and water nearby, sunbeds and umbrellas, showers.

Is there parking at Psaromoura beach?

No, Psaromoura beach does not have dedicated parking. Access: paved road.

Quieter alternatives nearby

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