Maridati Beach forms part of the quiet seaside resort of Palekastro, the easternmost resort on the island of Crete. Palekastro is located in a touristy area, but it also has its visitors. The resort boasts particularly beautiful beaches, which have even been awarded the EU Blue Flag for cleanliness.

Maridati Beach is a small but very beautiful beach located in a secluded and wooded part of Palekastro, at the northern end of the resort. The beach is covered with small pebbles and lined with a row of tamarisk bushes. Maridati is one of the unorganised and very quiet beaches, but in its vicinity you can use the services of picturesque family tavernas or small guesthouses.

The largest and most famous beach of the resort is the long sandy beach of Kouremenos, which has gained popularity especially among windsurfing enthusiasts.

About 8 km along the east coast to the north lies the famous "palm" beach of Vai, surrounded by a large grove of naturally growing date palms. In the opposite direction to the south (about 25 km) you reach the famous Xerokampos beach, famous for its light sand and azure blue sea.

More touristic destinations of Crete

Close beaches: Chiona Beach, Kouremenos Beach, Vai Beach

Most favourite beaches of Crete: Amoudara Beach (Heraklion), Balos Beach, Elafonisi Beach, Falassarna Beach, Glyka Nera Beach (Sweet Water), Matala Beach, Platanias Beach, Preveli Beach, Stalis Beach, Stavros Beach, Vai Beach, Voulisma Beach, Xerokampos Beach

Resorts, beaches, sights or trips - clearly listed on the map of Crete.