At a Glance — Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, Region of Crete, Greece
| Is Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, 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 Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, Region of Crete, Greece? | Free No entry fee. |
| When is Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, Region of Crete, Greece open? | Beach season runs 1 Jul to 15 Oct. Best months: April, May, June. |
| Is Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, Region of Crete, Greece safe for swimming? | Lifeguards On Duty Lifeguards are stationed during beach hours. Always check safety flags before entering the water. |
| Does Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, 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 Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, Region of Crete, Greece? | Lifeguards Sandy Beach |
| What is the best time to visit Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, 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 Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, Region of Crete, Greece from Chersonisos Municipal Unit? | Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, Region of Crete, Greece is approximately 7.61 km from Chersonisos Municipal Unit. |
About Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, Region of Crete, Greece
"Beach of “Agios Georgios” is a beautiful sandy beach situated in a rural called “Anissaras”, about 3km away from the resort of Hersonissos and 23km away from Heraklion airport."
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. Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, 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 CHERSONISOU.
On-site facilities include a beach kiosk and trained lifeguard supervision during the season. Entry to Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, Region of Crete, Greece is free of charge.
On the beach you will find different types of trees such as salt-water trees and brushwoods. At the beach area you have the possibility of sport facilities, and rent a bicycle. The hotel Aldemar Knossos Royal*****, which is situated by the beach of “Agios Georgios”, offers you a great variety of services and facilities. Moreover, during the summer season, you will be able to find and participate to various environmental activities such us conferences, seminars, lectures, beach clean up, drawing or photo competitions etc. The beach of “Agios Georgios” is accessible also to handicapped people. For further information: www.aldemar-resorts.gr ELEMENTS OF THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT salt-water trees and brushwoods
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What Visitors Say About Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, 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 Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, Region of Crete, Greece
Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, Region of Crete, Greece sees its best conditions in April, May, June. The beach season officially runs from 1 Jul to 15 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 Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, Region of Crete, Greece
From Chersonisos Municipal Unit
Approximately 7.61 km from Chersonisos Municipal Unit.
On Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, Region of Crete, Greece
At the beach area you have the possibility of sport facilities, and rent a bicycle. The hotel Aldemar Knossos Royal*****, which is situated by the beach of “Agios Georgios”, offers you a great variety of services and facilities. Moreover, during the summer season, you will be able to find and participate to various environmental activities such us conferences, seminars, lectures, beach clean up, drawing or photo competitions etc. The beach of “Agios Georgios” is accessible also to handicapped people. For further information: www.aldemar-resorts.gr ELEMENTS OF THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT salt-water trees and brushwoods
As a Blue Flag certified beach, Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, 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 — Ag. Georgios 1/Knossos Royal, Region of Crete, Greece
| Entry Fee | Free — no entry charge. |
| Season | 1 Jul to 15 Oct |
| Lifeguards | Yes — on duty during beach hours. |
| Toilets | Check on arrival. |
| Showers | Check on arrival. |
| Parking | Check local options on arrival. |
| Accessibility | Accessibility facilities may be limited — verify with local management. |
| Beach Type | Sandy beach. |
| Facing | E-facing — E. |
| Coordinates | 35.338081° N, 25.379821° E |
| Managed by | CHERSONISOU |
| Certification | Blue Flag (FEE) |