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Sougia Nude Beach

Type

pebblestone

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 quiet3.0/5

Sougia Nude Beach is a beach in western Crete with fine pebbles. The water is blue. Water depth is generally deep. Access is by bus services and paved road. It is usually quiet. Visitor rating: 3.0/5.

Getting there by bus

  • Nearest bus stop: KTEL Sougias (0.8 km)

Distances as the crow flies.

FAQ

Is Sougia Nude Beach a sandy beach?

Sougia Nude Beach is a fine pebbles beach with blue water, in the west region of Crete.

Is the water clean at Sougia Nude Beach?

Sougia Nude 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 Sougia Nude Beach?

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

Is Sougia Nude Beach suitable for children?

The water at Sougia Nude Beach is deep. A lifeguard operates in season.

Is Sougia Nude Beach crowded?

Sougia Nude Beach is usually quiet.

Are there sunbeds and facilities at Sougia Nude Beach?

At Sougia Nude Beach you will find: accommodation nearby, food and water nearby, sunbeds and umbrellas, water sports, lifeguard in season, showers, Blue Flag awarded.

Is there parking at Sougia Nude Beach?

No, Sougia Nude Beach does not have dedicated parking. Access: served by bus, paved road.

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