Koutsounari Beach

Ierapetra


The village of Koutsounari, some 7km east of Ierapetra, boasts one of the longest beaches in Crete (4.5km). It's great for sunbathing in relative solitude in the peak summer months and for extended walks any time. The beach is about 1km south of the village itself and consists of coarse greyish sand.


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