At a Glance — Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece
| Is Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece Blue Flag certified? | Blue Flag Certified — FEE-accredited, audited annually for water quality, facilities, safety, and environmental education. |
| What does it cost to enter Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece? | Free No entry fee. |
| When is Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece open? | Beach season runs 1 Jul to 31 Oct. Best months: April, May, June. |
| Is Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece safe for swimming? | Check local conditions before swimming. Blue Flag status confirms the beach meets water quality standards. |
| Does Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece have facilities for disabled visitors? | Facilities for visitors with disabilities may be limited — contact the beach management for up-to-date accessibility information. |
| What facilities are at Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece? | Parking Sandy Beach |
| What is the best time to visit Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece? | April, May April, May, June offer the best conditions. Avoid visiting in July, August when conditions are typically less favourable. |
| How far is Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece from Agios Nikolaos Municipal Unit? | Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece is approximately 9.94 km from Agios Nikolaos Municipal Unit. |
About Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece
"Description of the environmental education facilities : Clean up, Drawing and photo competition."
The Blue Flag programme is run by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) and is one of the world's most recognised voluntary eco-labels. Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece holds current Blue Flag certification, meeting the programme's 33 annual criteria for water quality, safety, and environmental management. The beach is managed by AG. NIKOLAOS.
On-site facilities include nearby parking and a beach kiosk. Entry to Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece is free of charge.
Facilities:Sport facilities : NoRent a car : No Rent a bikes : No Rent a bicycles : No Description of the location of the beach: Hotels : Yes Rent rooms : Yes Description of nearby natural areas-Length of the Beach : 100m - Width : 10m- Type of Trees : Carob-been trees- Type of fauna : Seagulls, Sparrows, Blackbirds, ChaffichesSkylarks, Thrushes. Description of how to get to the beach: The safe access on the beach is doing through ramps-wooden Courses.
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What Visitors Say About Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece
Note: The visitor experiences below are drawn from publicly available travel community discussions and visitor feedback. Beach conditions, facilities, and experiences can change over time. Always verify current conditions directly with local beach management before visiting.
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Best Time to Visit Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece
Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece sees its best conditions in April, May, June. The beach season officially runs from 1 Jul to 31 Oct.
| Month | Crowds | Rating | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| February | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| March | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| April | Medium | Medium | |
| May | Medium | Medium | |
| June | Medium | Medium | |
| July | High | Popular — expect crowds | |
| August | High | Popular — expect crowds | |
| September | Medium | Medium | |
| October | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| November | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| December | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit |
How to Get to Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece
From Agios Nikolaos Municipal Unit
Approximately 9.94 km from Agios Nikolaos Municipal Unit.
Parking
Parking is available near Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece. Check current availability on arrival.
On Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece
Description of the environmental education facilities : Clean up, Drawing and photo competition. Facilities:Sport facilities : NoRent a car : No Rent a bikes : No Rent a bicycles : No Description of the location of the beach: Hotels : Yes Rent rooms : Yes Description of nearby natural areas-Length of the Beach : 100m - Width : 10m- Type of Trees : Carob-been trees- Type of fauna : Seagulls, Sparrows, Blackbirds, ChaffichesSkylarks, Thrushes. Description of how to get to the beach: The safe access on the beach is doing through ramps-wooden Courses.
As a Blue Flag certified beach, Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece undergoes regular bathing water quality testing throughout the season. The FEE Blue Flag programme requires that test results are displayed at the beach and that all certified beaches meet the EU Bathing Water Directive (or equivalent national standard).
Practical Information — Ammoudara, Region of Crete, Greece
| Entry Fee | Free — no entry charge. |
| Season | 1 Jul to 31 Oct |
| Lifeguards | Check with local beach management. |
| Toilets | Check on arrival. |
| Showers | Check on arrival. |
| Parking | Parking available nearby. |
| Accessibility | Accessibility facilities may be limited — verify with local management. |
| Beach Type | Sandy beach. |
| Facing | E-facing — E. |
| Coordinates | 35.165247° N, 25.711608° E |
| Managed by | AG. NIKOLAOS |
| Certification | Blue Flag (FEE) |