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Marathi Beach Crete Chania Area

Visitor information for Marathi Beach in Crete, Chania Area.

Beach Information:

Surface:

Sand

Setting:

Organized

Food & Drink:

Multiple options

Parking:

Yes

Accessibility:

Easy

Natural Shade:

No

Wave:

Calm

Water:

Shallow

Public Bathroom:

Yes

Family Friendly:

Yes

About the Beach

Marathi Beach consists of two beautiful and symmetrical sandy bays located on the southeastern coast of the Akrotiri peninsula featuring a landscape of shallow turquoise waters and fine sand that are almost always calm and protected from the northern "meltemi" winds due to their southern orientation in a well-organized environment that is a favorite for local families with young children and offers panoramic views across the Souda Gulf toward the majestic snow-capped White Mountains in the distance where the shoreline is divided by a small fishing harbor and lined with high-quality traditional tavernas specializing in fresh seafood and local Cretan cuisine making it a scenic and peaceful sanctuary that maintains a traditional and welcoming island character.

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