Fodele Beach is a nice sandy beach located 26km northwest of Heraklion and just 3km north of the village Fodele. It’s a great spot for swimming and relaxing under the sun.
Fodele Beach
What to Do
- 🏊♂️ Swimming and Sunbathing: The calm, shallow waters make Fodele Beach ideal for swimming and sunbathing. The clean sandy beach provides plenty of space to relax under the sun.
- 🍽️ Beach Tavernas: There are a couple of beach tavernas right on Fodele Beach that offer free sunbeds and umbrellas with food/drink purchase. Enjoy some traditional Greek cuisine with your feet in the sand.
- 🍹Cocktails and Drinks: Have a cocktail or cold drink in hand while sunbathing on the beach. The tavernas offer a selection of drinks and cocktails.
Where to Stay
Fodele Beach & Water Park Holiday Resort is a family-friendly resort with nice rooms, pools, restaurants, and quick beach access via a seaside walkway. It has stunning panoramic views from all areas.
Parking
There are no designated parking lots, but visitors can find street parking along the main road and then walk down to the beach in 30 seconds.
Fodele Beach
Brief Info
- 🏙️ City: Fodele
- ✨ Island: Crete
- 🇬🇷 Country: Greece
- ✈️ Closest Airport: Heraklion Airport – 30 minutes by car
- 🏖️ Ideal for: Families, couples, swimmers
Average Temperatures
| Month | Air Temp (°C) | Water Temp (°C) |
|---|---|---|
| January | 13 | 17 |
| February | 10 | 16 |
| March | 16 | 16 |
| April | 16 | 17 |
| May | 25 | 21 |
| June | 26 | 23 |
| July | 31 | 25 |
| August | 32 | 27 |
| September | 26 | 26 |
| October | 25 | 24 |
| November | 19 | 22 |
| December | 16 | 19 |
