Chania: Elafonisi Chania

Chania Beaches: Elafonisi beach in Chania Greece Elafonisi Chania: Elafonissos (or Elafonissi) is a small islet connected to the rest of Crete by a shallow reef that can be crossed when the sea is calm. This islet is lying on the south-west corner of Crete and can be reached by boat from Paleohora or by car from the village of Vathi, until a point and then cross the reef. Elafonissos (Island of Deer) is like paradise on earth, and possessess a wonderful beach with pink coral sand and crystalline waters.

This magical place was deserted for a long time but now it has become a popular sight and can get pretty crowded during high summer season. Only a couple of cantinas can be found on the beach and no accommodations are available, but camping is allowed.  Elafonissi 360° Pictures Elafonissi on map ........................................................................................................................................... Back: + Chania Home + Beaches + Crete Islands + Crete Beaches + Greece Beaches + Greece Home Related: + Villages + Churches + Museums + Beach Pictures + Pictures