Agia Irini is a small remote village located 98km southeast of Агиос Николаос and 11km south of village Ziros.
You can reach the village via dirt tracks starting either from Kalo Horio or from Hametoulo (both 7km long).
The village is the starting point of the rugged gorge Agia Irini that exits in one secluded cove, opposite the small islet Hamili.
The beach is pebbly and has crystal clean blue water.
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Agia Irini Beach Key Information
| Расположение | Southeast Lassithi, Crete |
| Пляжная композиция | Pebbles, rocks |
| Вода | Deep blue, crystal clear |
| Особенности пляжа | Tamarisk trees, cliffs, islet Hamili |
| Удобства | Natural shade only |
| Знаменитость | Remote location, gorge access |
| Деятельность | Swimming, snorkeling, hiking |
| Историческая роль | Traditional fishing area |
| Окрестности | Rocky coastline, gorges |
| Атмосфера | Quiet, isolated |
| Столовая | None on-site |
| Доступность | Dirt track, boat, hiking trail |
| Период посещения | May to October |
| Демография | Искатели приключений, любители природы |
Agia Irini Beach Profile
The beach is one of the most remote beaches in Крит, due to its distance from the city centres.
It is surrounded by steep cliffs and sharp rocks.
In order to access the beach, you should either trek in the imposing gorge, or drive in the dirt track starting from the village, or come by boat (from Goudouras or Xerokambos).
There are some tamarisk trees on the beach, making this place ideal for isolation.
There is also a trail that starts from Agia Irini Gorge and ends in Xerokambos harbor.
Agia Irini is located in the Lassithi Prefecture, East Crete, South Crete, Sitia area.
The closest beaches are Amatos beach, Apidi Gorges, Alatsolimni beach и Tihida beach.
Удобства
The beach is nudism friendly и ideal for snorkeling / spearfishing.
It has tree shade и rock shade.
Сайт sea water color is deep blue, blue.
Сайт sand type is pebbles.
Сайт depth is deep.
Сайт sea surface is usually calm.
Сайт crowds are quiet.
Размещение
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You can also find more information on the official Greek tourism website: GNT.
История и значение
Agia Irini is located near the Ancient Ambelos at Xirokambos.
For those interested in history, you can find more in-depth information on the official Lassithi municipality website.
For general information about Крит, visit Region of Crete.
Деятельность
The beach is perfect for походы, снорклинг, подводная охота.
Сайт gorge of Agia Irini is actually a set of two parallel canyons that merge shortly before the sea, at the point where the dirt road passes to the beach.
Both canyons are very wild, rocky, with steep slopes and high walls.
Столовая
You can enjoy traditional Greek cuisine in the nearby villages.
Лучшее для путешественников
Agia Irini is one of the most remote beaches in Crete.
This beach is perfect for nature lovers, hikers, snorkeling enthusiasts, spearfishing fans.
If you are looking for more isolated beaches in the Lassithi region, check out our guide to Пляжи Лассити: Пляжи Лассити.
Visit Cretorama for more information about the island.
Agia Irini Beach Map – Getting There
The gorge of Agia Irini is located in the Lassithi Prefecture and is about 98 km southeast of Агиос Николаос and 11 km south of the village Ziros.
To get to the gorge, follow the dirt tracks from Hametoulo settlement or Kalo Horio.
There are also hiking trails starting from the village and the settlement.
For more information about the region, you can visit the official Region of Crete website.
Distances from Major Cretan Cities
From Ханья, you can reach us in approximately 210 km (130 miles) and with a driving time of about 3 hours.
From Ретимнон, you can reach us in approximately 160 km (99 miles) and with a driving time of about 2 hours and 30 minutes.
From Ираклион, you can reach us in approximately 140 km (87 miles) and with a driving time of about 2 hours.
From Hersonissos, you can reach us in approximately 120 km (75 miles) and with a driving time of about 1 hour and 45 minutes.
From Malia, you can reach us in approximately 110 km (68 miles) and with a driving time of about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
From Агиос Николаос, you can reach us in approximately 98 km (61 miles) and with a driving time of about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
From Ierapetra, you can reach us in approximately 30 km (19 miles) and with a driving time of about 40 minutes.
You can also take public transportation (KTEL buses) from Ханья, Ретимнон и Ираклион.
Советы
As Agia Irini is a remote beach, ensure to carry enough water and food, especially during summer.
There are some tamarisk trees on the beach, providing shade, but not enough.
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Discoveries Around Agia Irini Beach
| Достопримечательности поблизости | Расстояние | Brief Description |
|---|---|---|
| Amatos Beach | 1.4 km (0.87 miles) | Secluded pebble beach with caves |
| Agia Irini Gorge | 1.6 km (0.99 miles) | Dramatic canyon with hiking trails |
| Tihida Beach | 2.3 km (1.43 miles) | Remote sandy cove, clear waters |
| Mazida Ammos Beach | 2.7 km (1.68 miles) | Long sandy beach, shallow waters |
| Xerokambos Gorge | 2.9 km (1.80 miles) | Natural canyon with unique geology |
| Ancient Ambelos | 3.8 km (2.36 miles) | Historical ruins overlooking coast |
| Livari Beach | 3.9 km (2.42 miles) | Protected bay with tamarisk trees |
| Alogara Cave | 4.0 km (2.49 miles) | Coastal cave with sea access |
| Xerokambos Beach | 4.1 km (2.55 miles) | White sand beach, turquoise waters |
| Heromilia Beach | 4.2 km (2.61 miles) | Small cove with rock formations |
