Glyka Nera lies on the south coast of Crete near Chora Sfakion. Its name literally means "Sweet water" and comes from the natural fresh water springs which gush out from the beach and the sea around the shore.
This beach is perhaps the most popular nudist beaches in Crete as it is beautiful, natural, remote and difficult to get to. The cliffs of the white Mountain which are hundreds of meters high slope down to the beach, forming a solid wall giving much privacy.
The right side of the beach is for naturists, and there is plenty of trees to provide natural shade.The deep blue transparent waters are very cold because of the springs which enter the sea which sometimes form small ponds between the sunloungers.
Good to Know
- Beach Type Beaches and Coves
- Facilities There is a small beach side travern.
- Nudist Status Tolerated / Clothing Optional
- Ease of Access There are a few options in the getting section.
Getting There
- Town / County / State Chora Sfakion, Chania, Kríti - Crete, Greece.
- Zip / Postal Code 730 11
- Directions You can reach the beach of Glyka Nera - on foot via coastal path or by water taxi.On foot, there is a path from Chora Sfakion which is approximately 1 km long and from Loutro which is approximately 3 km long and is part of a hiking trail. If you choose to come by Water taxis, they leave from Chora Sfakion in the morning and return back in the late afternoon, giving you the opportunity to enjoy a good day on the beach. They take just a 10 mins drive with the speedy boat.
Coordinates
- Latitude 35.201813
- Longitude 24.107405
- Sea Level (In Meters) 2
