At a Glance — Ag. Marina/Santa Marina, Region of Crete, Greece
| Is Ag. Marina/Santa Marina, 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. Marina/Santa Marina, Region of Crete, Greece? | Free No entry fee. |
| When is Ag. Marina/Santa Marina, Region of Crete, Greece open? | Beach season runs 1 Jul to 31 Oct. Best months: May, June, September. |
| Is Ag. Marina/Santa Marina, 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. Marina/Santa Marina, 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. Marina/Santa Marina, Region of Crete, Greece? | Toilets Parking Lifeguards Sandy Beach |
| What is the best time to visit Ag. Marina/Santa Marina, Region of Crete, Greece? | May, June May, June, September offer the best conditions. |
| How far is Ag. Marina/Santa Marina, Region of Crete, Greece from Chania? | Ag. Marina/Santa Marina, Region of Crete, Greece is approximately 7.4 km from Chania. |
About Ag. Marina/Santa Marina, Region of Crete, Greece
"Agia Marina&rsquo s beach is a sandy, excellent - organized beach, next to Stalos beach as we move to the West."
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. Marina/Santa Marina, 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 CHANIA.
On-site facilities include public toilets, nearby parking, a beach kiosk, and trained lifeguard supervision during the season. Entry to Ag. Marina/Santa Marina, Region of Crete, Greece is free of charge.
A very important thing is that everyone can easily reach the beach: through lanes, wooden passages and small steps. As the nearby natural areas concerns, there are a lot of sea pines and big palms. Here, everyone can admire the rare, self sown and endangered species, Lilly of the sea, (Pancratium maritimum), well &ndash known for its blossoms: large, white with delicate appearance and intense scent.Every year a lot of environmental educations are carried out : clean ups of the beach and the bottom of the sea, lectures about the biology of the sea turtle Caretta -caretta, publication of small posters and cards concerned the environment, leaflets referred to the recycling, e.t.c. Our link to the website for the Municipality is: www.whoiswho.gr .
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What Visitors Say About Ag. Marina/Santa Marina, 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. Marina/Santa Marina, Region of Crete, Greece
Ag. Marina/Santa Marina, Region of Crete, Greece sees its best conditions in May, June, September. The beach season officially runs from 1 Jul to 31 Oct.
| Month | Avg Temp | Crowds | Rating | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| February | 13°C | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| March | 14°C | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| April | 16°C | Medium | Medium | |
| May | 20°C | Medium | Medium | |
| June | 24°C | Medium | Medium | |
| July | 26°C | High | Popular — expect crowds | |
| August | 26°C | High | Popular — expect crowds | |
| September | 24°C | Medium | Medium | |
| October | 21°C | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| November | 17°C | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit | |
| December | 14°C | Low | Quiet — relaxed visit |
How to Get to Ag. Marina/Santa Marina, Region of Crete, Greece
From Chania
Approximately 7.4 km from Chania.
Parking
Parking is available near Ag. Marina/Santa Marina, Region of Crete, Greece. Check current availability on arrival.
On Ag. Marina/Santa Marina, Region of Crete, Greece
A very important thing is that everyone can easily reach the beach: through lanes, wooden passages and small steps. As the nearby natural areas concerns, there are a lot of sea pines and big palms. Here, everyone can admire the rare, self sown and endangered species, Lilly of the sea, (Pancratium maritimum), well &ndash known for its blossoms: large, white with delicate appearance and intense scent.Every year a lot of environmental educations are carried out : clean ups of the beach and the bottom of the sea, lectures about the biology of the sea turtle Caretta -caretta, publication of small posters and cards concerned the environment, leaflets referred to the recycling, e.t.c. Our link to the website for the Municipality is: www.whoiswho.gr .
As a Blue Flag certified beach, Ag. Marina/Santa Marina, 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. Marina/Santa Marina, Region of Crete, Greece
| Entry Fee | Free — no entry charge. |
| Season | 1 Jul to 31 Oct |
| Lifeguards | Yes — on duty during beach hours. |
| Toilets | Public toilets available. |
| 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 | 35.517495° N, 23.937625° E |
| Managed by | CHANIA |
| Certification | Blue Flag (FEE) |