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Kissamos, Crete (Chania Area)
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12.4 Km to Balos Beach
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14.4 Km to Balos Beach
Kolymbari, Crete (Chania Area)
14.4 Km to Balos Beach
Crete (Chania Area)
10.3 Km to Balos Beach - Map
Kolymbari, Crete (Chania Area)
17.4 Km to Balos Beach - Map
Kolymbari, Crete (Chania Area)
18.3 Km to Balos Beach - Map
Balos Beach, also known as Balos Lagoon, is situated on the northwestern coast of Crete, Greece. It's located at the western end of the Cape Gramvousa peninsula, near the town of Kissamos.
Balos is famous for its stunning, unique natural beauty. It features a shallow, turquoise lagoon with warm, crystal-clear waters and soft, often pinkish-white sand (the pink hue comes from crushed seashells). It's surrounded by a wild, rugged landscape and offers breathtaking panoramic views, especially from the vantage point above the lagoon. The distinct colours of the water and sand create a truly picturesque scene.
Yes, the shallow, warm waters of the lagoon are fantastic for young children to paddle and play safely. However, accessing the beach can be challenging for families, especially if using the car+hike route with very young kids or lots of gear. The boat trip is generally easier for families.
Yes, Balos and the wider Gramvousa peninsula are part of the Natura 2000 network, a protected area system of the European Union. This is why facilities are limited and visitors are asked to respect the environment, refrain from taking sand or shells, and always take their trash with them.
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