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Kokkinos Pirgos, also known as Red Tower, resides 67km west of Heraklion, near the town of Tymbaki. Its name is derived from a tower constructed from red soil, situated at the mouth of the Geropotamos river. As the coastal village of Timbaki’s main port and a hotspot for tourism, Kokkinos Pirgos is home to numerous hotels, dining establishments, and cafes. The area’s climate is typically warm, enabling locals to cultivate fresh vegetables in greenhouses.
The village boasts a lengthy sandy beach that stretches southeast towards Kommos for several kilometres. This expansive beach is a nesting ground for loggerhead sea turtles (Carretta Carretta) during the summer months. Conservation organizations such as Archelon work to protect these sea turtles and their nests. The beach, which is susceptible to western winds, begins at Timbaki’s military airport wire fence on the east and extends to Agia Galini on the west.
The beach’s eastern portion, stretching from the port to the airport, is known as Katalyki. This well-equipped beach features amenities such as umbrellas, sunbeds, lifeguards, and water sports. A coastal road lined with cafes and restaurants runs alongside the beach, making it a popular spot for refreshments. East of Katalyki lies a sizable marsh, a key wetland in the Mesara plain, which is irrigated by the Geropotamos River.
The beach area west of the harbor is known as Makrimaliana. The beach near Kokkinos Pirgos is relatively broad, but as it extends towards Agia Galini, gravel massifs encroach upon it, narrowing the beach and in some places, eliminating it during high tide. This unorganized, remote beach may not be extraordinary, but the wind and sea-carved rock formations that flank it are certainly impressive.
Kokkinos Pirgos means “Red Tower” in Greek.
Yes, Kokkinos Pirgos beach is suitable for swimming as the water is clear and calm.
Yes, there is a Venetian fortress called the Red Tower located near the Kokkinos Pirgos beach.
Visitors can enjoy swimming, sunbathing, and water sports such as windsurfing and kiteboarding.
Yes, the village of Kokkinos Pirgos is located near the Kokkinos Pirgos beach and has restaurants, cafes, and shops.
The best time to visit Kokkinos Pirgos beach is during the summer months from June to September when the weather is warm and sunny.
The water colour of the Kokkinos Pirgos beach is blue.
The Kokkinos Pirgos beach has fine pebbles and rocks in some places.
The Kokkinos Pirgos beach has a normal water depth.
The sea surface at the Kokkinos Pirgos beach is usually wavy.
The Kokkinos Pirgos beach has a normal crowd level.
The Kokkinos Pirgos beach has accommodation options, food and water nearby, umbrellas and beds, sports facilities, a lifeguard, and showers.
The Kokkinos Pirgos beach can be accessed via a paved road.
Yes, there is tree shade available at the Kokkinos Pirgos beach.
Yes, there is a seaturtle nesting point at the Kokkinos Pirgos beach.
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Set in Kókkinos Pírgos, a few steps from Kokkinos Pirgos Beach and 400 metres from Katalyki Beach, Coral Sea Studio offers air conditioning. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking.
The apartment comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with sea views.
A car rental service is available at the apartment, while hiking can be enjoyed nearby.
Psiloritis National Park is 41 km from Coral Sea Studio, while Museum of Cretan Ethnology is 7 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 63 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Coral Sea Apartment is a beachfront property located in Kókkinos Pírgos, a few steps from Kokkinos Pirgos Beach and 400 metres from Katalyki Beach. It features mountain views and free WiFithroughout the property.
The apartment comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views.
Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the apartment, while hiking can be enjoyed nearby.
Psiloritis National Park is 41 km from Coral Sea Apartment, while Museum of Cretan Ethnology is 7 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 63 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Located a few steps from Kokkinos Pirgos Beach, Alkioni Cretan Suites – beachfront provides accommodation with a garden, a terrace and bicycle parking for your convenience. Free WiFi is offeredthroughout the property.
Fitted with a balcony, the units offer air conditioning and feature a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hair dryer. A fridge and kitchenware are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.
A car rental service is available at the apartment, while snorkelling can be enjoyed nearby.
Katalyki Beach is 400 metres from Alkioni Cretan Suites – beachfront, while Psiloritis National Park is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 63 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Avli Guest House is located in Tympáki. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.
The villa comes with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with pool views.
The villa features a barbecue, garden and sun terrace, which can be enjoyed by guests if the weather permits.
Kokkinos Pirgos Beach is 200 metres from Avli Guest House, while Katalyki Beach is 500 metres away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 63 km from the accommodation.
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€243
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Set a few steps from Kokkinos Pirgos Beach, Rodia Beach Suites offers a garden, and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.
The apartment provides guests with a terrace, sea views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.
If you would like to discover the area, hiking is possible in the surroundings and Rodia Beach Suites can arrange a car rental service.
Katalyki Beach is 600 metres from the accommodation, while Psiloritis National Park is 41 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 63 km from Rodia Beach Suites, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Located in Kókkinos Pírgos, a few steps from Kokkinos Pirgos Beach and 600 metres from Katalyki Beach, Thetis Beach Suites offers a garden and air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.
The apartment with a terrace and sea views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment.
Psiloritis National Park is 41 km from the apartment, while Museum of Cretan Ethnology is 7.2 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 63 km from Thetis Beach Suites.
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€135
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