Panagia Bay, the most sheltered bay on Dia Island, sits 2km east of the primary port of Agios Georgios. It is nestled amongst arid, rocky slopes abundant with oregano and native Cretan herbs. The island is teeming with wild rabbits that can often be seen darting from the shrubbery. At the mouth of Dia’s only canyon, a petite beach with large pebbles takes form. The bay is named after the Panagia (Virgin Mary) cave situated to the east.
Access to Panagia is primarily by private or chartered sailboat, as the tour boats that service Dia typically visit the Agios Georgios bay. The bay floor is a sight to behold. If one is vigilant while snorkelling, it is possible to spot fragments of pottery, potentially remnants of an ancient shipwreck.
Beach details
Sand
Blue
Shallow
Usually calm
Tranquil
Boat
Family friendly
Ideal for snorkeling
Nudism friendly
Location
Panagia bay, Dia is located at Panagia bay, Dia, in the Heraklion region of Crete. The map below shows the exact spot; Google Maps and Waze give turn-by-turn directions.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Panagia bay, Dia beach suitable for swimming?Yes, the Panagia bay, Dia is suitable for swimming.Are there any water sports activities available at Panagia bay, Dia beach?No, there are no water sports activities available at the Panagia bay, Dia.Is there any accommodation available near Panagia bay, Dia beach?No, there is no accommodation available near the Panagia bay, Dia.Is there any restaurant or food stall available at Panagia bay, Dia beach?No, there is no restaurant or food stall available at the Panagia bay, Dia.Is the Panagia bay, Dia crowded during peak season?It depends on the time of the day and the season. However, the Panagia bay, Dia is usually not very crowded.Is Panagia bay, Dia beach suitable for families with children?Yes, the Panagia bay, Dia is suitable for families with children.Is there any parking facility available near Panagia bay, Dia beach?No, there is no parking facility available near the Panagia bay, Dia.What is the water colour of the Panagia bay, Dia?The water colour of the Panagia bay, Dia is blue.What type of sand is found on the Panagia bay, Dia?The Panagia bay, Dia has sand.How deep is the water at the Panagia bay, Dia?The water at the Panagia bay, Dia is shallow.What is the surface of the sea like at the Panagia bay, Dia?The surface of the sea at the Panagia bay, Dia is usually calm.What is the crowd like at the Panagia bay, Dia?The Panagia bay, Dia is usually quiet.What facilities are available at the Panagia bay, Dia?There are no facilities available at the Panagia bay, Dia.How can the Panagia bay, Dia be accessed?The Panagia bay, Dia can be accessed by boat.Is the Panagia bay, Dia nudism friendly?Yes, the Panagia bay, Dia is nudism friendly.What activities are ideal for the Panagia bay, Dia?The Panagia bay, Dia is ideal for snorkeling and spearfishing.
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