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Heraklion Plans Coastal Restoration, New Beach Near Historic Walls

Tuesday, 30 June 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

A coastal restoration and enhancement project for the Old Electric Power Station area, located along Dermatas Bay in central Heraklion, has been submitted for public funding. The project aims to protect the historic Venetian Walls that run along this stretch of coastline while simultaneously developing a new urban beach accessible directly from the city center. Heraklion's mayor described it as a vital intervention for the preservation of the walls. If funded and completed, the site would offer visitors a convenient seaside spot within walking distance of Heraklion's main attractions, including the Archaeological Museum and the old port. No opening date has been confirmed yet, as the project is still at the funding application stage. Tourists currently exploring the area can view the Venetian Walls along the waterfront from the existing coastal road.

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