Quick answer: Agia Fotia is a small bay 12 km east of Ierapetra, at the mouth of a stream between conglomerate cliffs. The coarse grey sand and fine pebbles give way to crystal-clear, usually calm water.
- Region
- East of Ierapetra, Lasithi
- Distance
- 12 km from Ierapetra
- Beach
- Coarse sand and pebbles
- Facilities
- Beach bars, tavernas, Blue Flag
The bay
Cliffs on both sides and plane trees in the stream bed make Agia Fotia feel enclosed and green. There are tamarisks, beach bars and tavernas, and the beach has a Blue Flag.
It is popular with Ierapetra locals and hosts beach volleyball events in summer.
Nearby
Galini beach is about 800 m away, Achlia 1.5 km and Ferma 1.6 km. Buses on the coast road stop nearby.
Questions before you go
Is Agia Fotia beach sandy?
It is coarse grey sand and fine pebbles.
Is Agia Fotia busy?
It is popular with locals, especially at weekends.
How far is Agia Fotia from Ierapetra?
About 12 km.
