At a Glance — Elounda Pigaidakia/Elounda Village, Region of Crete, Greece
| Is Elounda Pigaidakia/Elounda Village, Region of Crete, Greece Blue Flag certified? | Blue Flag Certified — FEE-accredited, audited annually for water quality, facilities, safety, and environmental education. |
| What does it cost to enter Elounda Pigaidakia/Elounda Village, Region of Crete, Greece? | Free No entry fee. |
| When is Elounda Pigaidakia/Elounda Village, Region of Crete, Greece open? | Beach season runs 1 Jul to 31 Oct. Best months: April, May, June. |
| Is Elounda Pigaidakia/Elounda Village, Region of Crete, Greece safe for swimming? | Check local conditions before swimming. Blue Flag status confirms the beach meets water quality standards. |
| Does Elounda Pigaidakia/Elounda Village, Region of Crete, Greece have facilities for disabled visitors? | Facilities for visitors with disabilities may be limited — contact the beach management for up-to-date accessibility information. |
| What facilities are at Elounda Pigaidakia/Elounda Village, Region of Crete, Greece? | Sandy Beach |
| What is the best time to visit Elounda Pigaidakia/Elounda Village, Region of Crete, Greece? | April, May April, May, June offer the best conditions. Avoid visiting in July, August when conditions are typically less favourable. |
| How far is Elounda Pigaidakia/Elounda Village, Region of Crete, Greece from Agios Nikolaos Municipal Unit? | Elounda Pigaidakia/Elounda Village, Region of Crete, Greece is approximately 11.47 km from Agios Nikolaos Municipal Unit. |
About Elounda Pigaidakia/Elounda Village, Region of Crete, Greece
"The Aquila Elounda Village resort with its 208 very elegant rooms, bungalows and suites is situated in one of the most picturesque areas of the island of Crete."
The Blue Flag programme is run by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) and is one of the world's most recognised voluntary eco-labels. Elounda Pigaidakia/Elounda Village, Region of Crete, Greece holds current Blue Flag certification, meeting the programme's 33 annual criteria for water quality, safety, and environmental management. The beach is managed by AG. NIKOLAOS.
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What Visitors Say About Elounda Pigaidakia/Elounda Village, Region of Crete, Greece
Note: The visitor experiences below are drawn from publicly available travel community discussions and visitor feedback. Beach conditions, facilities, and experiences can change over time. Always verify current conditions directly with local beach management before visiting.
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Best Time to Visit Elounda Pigaidakia/Elounda Village, Region of Crete, Greece
Elounda Pigaidakia/Elounda Village, Region of Crete, Greece sees its best conditions in April, May, June. The beach season officially runs from 1 Jul to 31 Oct.
| Month | Crowds | Rating | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| February | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| March | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| April | Medium | Medium | |
| May | Medium | Medium | |
| June | Medium | Medium | |
| July | High | Popular — expect crowds | |
| August | High | Popular — expect crowds | |
| September | Medium | Medium | |
| October | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| November | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| December | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit |
How to Get to Elounda Pigaidakia/Elounda Village, Region of Crete, Greece
From Agios Nikolaos Municipal Unit
Approximately 11.47 km from Agios Nikolaos Municipal Unit.
On Elounda Pigaidakia/Elounda Village, Region of Crete, Greece
All rooms, bungalows and suites were radically renovated and re - designed in 2007& 2008 and dispose of spacious balconies or terraces with high quality teak garden furniture. For further information our website address www.aquilahotels.com
As a Blue Flag certified beach, Elounda Pigaidakia/Elounda Village, Region of Crete, Greece undergoes regular bathing water quality testing throughout the season. The FEE Blue Flag programme requires that test results are displayed at the beach and that all certified beaches meet the EU Bathing Water Directive (or equivalent national standard).
Practical Information — Elounda Pigaidakia/Elounda Village, Region of Crete, Greece
| Entry Fee | Free — no entry charge. |
| Season | 1 Jul to 31 Oct |
| Lifeguards | Check with local beach management. |
| Toilets | Check on arrival. |
| Showers | Check on arrival. |
| Parking | Check local options on arrival. |
| Accessibility | Accessibility facilities may be limited — verify with local management. |
| Beach Type | Sandy beach. |
| Facing | E-facing — E. |
| Coordinates | 35.241399° N, 25.732078° E |
| Managed by | AG. NIKOLAOS |
| Certification | Blue Flag (FEE) |