Continent |
Europe |
Country |
Greece |
Next Big City |
Heraclion |
Next Town |
Istro |
Type: |
Ocean |
Rider Ability: |
Intermediate, Expert |
Features: |
Parking |
Continent |
Europe |
Country |
Greece |
Next Big City |
Heraclion |
Next Town |
Istro |
Type: |
Ocean |
Rider Ability: |
Intermediate, Expert |
Features: |
Parking |
Type: |
Chop |
Hazards: |
Swimmers, Rocks |
Quality: |
Crystal clear |
Best Tide: |
Tide independent |
Beautiful, blue and clear water.
Type: |
Sand |
Size: |
Medium |
Hazards: |
Rocks, Bystanders |
Beach Users: |
June, July, August |
Sandy beach with rocks. U-shaped bay. Lots of sunbathers.
Spring:
|
Normal |
Summer:
|
Shorts |
Fall:
|
Shorty, Normal |
Winter:
|
Normal |
Summer is the best time to go, water 24°C, air 30°C. A lycra for sun protection is recommended. Spring/autumn you need a wetsuit. In wintertime a long wetsuit.
Best Months: |
No information |
Wind Type: |
Thermal |
Best Direction: |
N |
Main Direction: |
No information |
Only North wind makes it through the protected bay.
Transport |
Car |
Access
|
Short walk |
From Heraclion drive east on E75 and 90, then you will get to Istro. This beach is located east of Istro.
Rules |
None |
Very limited space and rocks. Not recommended for kitesurfing.