Tholos Beach beach in east Crete

Tholos Beach

east Crete
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Type

Mixed

Wind exposure

Moderate

Parking

No

Kids

Not ideal

Bathing water · EU 2026 : Excellent
Source: EEA (2026 report)
usually wavymoderately busy in season2.0/5
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FAQ

Is Tholos Beach a sandy beach?

Tholos Beach is a sand beach with blue water, in the east region of Crete.

Is the water clean at Tholos Beach?

Tholos 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 Tholos Beach?

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

Is Tholos Beach suitable for children?

The water at Tholos Beach is of normal depth.

Is Tholos Beach crowded?

Tholos Beach is moderately busy in season.

Are there sunbeds and facilities at Tholos Beach?

At Tholos Beach you will find: accommodation nearby, food and water nearby.

Is there parking at Tholos Beach?

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

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