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Skinaria Beach

Type

sand

Wind exposure

Moderate

Parking

No

Kids

Not ideal

Bathing water · EU 2026 : Excellent
Source: EEA (2026 report)
usually calm4.2/5
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FAQ

Is Skinaria Beach a sandy beach?

Skinaria Beach is a fine pebbles beach with turquoise water, in the central region of Crete.

Is the water clean at Skinaria Beach?

Skinaria 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 Skinaria Beach?

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

Is Skinaria Beach suitable for children?

The water at Skinaria Beach is of normal depth.

Are there sunbeds and facilities at Skinaria Beach?

At Skinaria Beach you will find: accommodation nearby, food and water nearby, sunbeds and umbrellas, water sports.

Is there parking at Skinaria Beach?

No, Skinaria Beach does not have dedicated parking. Access: paved road.

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