At a Glance — Plakias, Region of Crete, Greece
| Is Plakias, 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 Plakias, Region of Crete, Greece? | Free No entry fee. |
| When is Plakias, Region of Crete, Greece open? | Beach season runs 1 Jul to 31 Oct. Best months: April, May, June. |
| Is Plakias, Region of Crete, Greece safe for swimming? | Lifeguards On Duty Lifeguards are stationed during beach hours. Always check safety flags before entering the water. |
| Does Plakias, Region of Crete, Greece have facilities for disabled visitors? | Accessible Accessible facilities are available for visitors with disabilities. |
| What facilities are at Plakias, Region of Crete, Greece? | Showers Parking Lifeguards Accessible Sandy Beach |
| What is the best time to visit Plakias, 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 Plakias, Region of Crete, Greece from Municipality of Agios Vasileios? | Plakias, Region of Crete, Greece is approximately 9.65 km from Municipality of Agios Vasileios. |
About Plakias, Region of Crete, Greece
"The ALIANTHOS hotel is found on the Plakias coast in the municipality of Finika on the island of Crete, Greece."
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. Plakias, 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 AGIOU VASILIOU.
On-site facilities include freshwater showers, nearby parking, a beach kiosk, trained lifeguard supervision during the season, and accessible facilities for visitors with disabilities. Entry to Plakias, Region of Crete, Greece is free of charge.
The environmental educational activities performed in our hotel include seminars, cleaning of the beach, drawing and photo competitions. The facilities which are available on the coast include sea sports, rent-a-car, rent-a-bike and rent bicycles. Around the coast are found the Tamarisk trees and the Cistus bushes. The flora in the surrounding areas are the Giant fennel, the fauna include the Larus argentatus and Carduelis carduelis. Access to the beach is from the public street. To provide access to the beach for all of our customers and persons with special needs wooden walkways and ramps exist.
Accessible Beach — Plakias, Region of Crete, Greece
Plakias, Region of Crete, Greece offers accessible facilities for visitors with disabilities, meeting the Blue Flag programme's accessibility criteria. Contact beach management for details on available equipment and assistance.
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What Visitors Say About Plakias, 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 Plakias, Region of Crete, Greece
Plakias, 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 Plakias, Region of Crete, Greece
From Municipality of Agios Vasileios
Approximately 9.65 km from Municipality of Agios Vasileios.
Parking
Parking is available near Plakias, Region of Crete, Greece. Check current availability on arrival.
On Plakias, Region of Crete, Greece
The facilities which are available on the coast include sea sports, rent-a-car, rent-a-bike and rent bicycles. Around the coast are found the Tamarisk trees and the Cistus bushes. The flora in the surrounding areas are the Giant fennel, the fauna include the Larus argentatus and Carduelis carduelis. Access to the beach is from the public street. To provide access to the beach for all of our customers and persons with special needs wooden walkways and ramps exist.
As a Blue Flag certified beach, Plakias, 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 — Plakias, Region of Crete, Greece
| Entry Fee | Free — no entry charge. |
| Season | 1 Jul to 31 Oct |
| Lifeguards | Yes — on duty during beach hours. |
| Toilets | Check on arrival. |
| Showers | Shower facilities available. |
| Parking | Parking available nearby. |
| Accessibility | Accessible facilities available. Contact beach management for details. |
| Beach Type | Sandy beach. |
| Facing | S-facing — S. |
| Coordinates | 35.188842° N, 24.39706° E |
| Managed by | AGIOU VASILIOU |
| Certification | Blue Flag (FEE) |