- Region
- Ierapetra, south-east Crete
- Distance
- About 10 km east of Ierapetra
- Beach
- Fine pebbles, deep water
- Facilities
- Unorganised; hotels and food nearby
The bays
Livadi (also called Ferma or Xerokamara) is the main bay. It is not organised, but hotels, food and water are a short walk away. Pine woods and lush vegetation give shade, and families make up much of the crowd. Some spots are used by naturists.
Smaller coves include Pigadi, reached by a stepped path from the main road, and Giorgakis, 800 m away, down a steep path with iron stairs.
Getting there
Drive east from Ierapetra on the coast road; buses also run. Two stair paths of 80 to 100 m lead down from the hotels to Livadi.
Nearby
The Roman fish tanks at Vothoni are under 2 km away. Inland, the village of Agios Ioannis and the Milonas gorge with its waterfall make a good half-day walk.
Questions before you go
How do I get down to Ferma beach?
By the stair paths from the hotels or the stepped path from the main road.
Is Ferma beach organised?
No, but hotels and food are close by.
Is Ferma good for snorkelling?
Yes, the water is clear and deep with rocky edges.
