- Region
- Asterousia, south Heraklion
- Distance
- About 75 km from Heraklion
- Beach
- Grey pebbles and sand
- Sights
- Asklepios sanctuary of Lebena
The beach and village
The village beach is a mix of grey pebbles and sand, with tavernas and rooms behind it. The headland known as Cape Lion (Leon) separates it from Dyskos to the west. The atmosphere is quiet and unhurried.
Ancient Lebena
Lebena was a healing sanctuary dedicated to Asklepios, used from the 4th century BC into Roman times. On the hill above the village you can see the temple foundations and remains of mosaic floors.
Getting there
The road from the Messara plain via Miamou winds over the Asterousia mountains. Drive carefully and allow time.
Nearby
Dyskos is just west, past the Lion headland. Trachoulas beach, at the end of a small gorge, is about 4 km east.
Questions before you go
What is Lentas known for?
Its quiet beach, the Lion headland and the Asklepios sanctuary of ancient Lebena.
Is Lentas beach sandy?
It is a mix of grey pebbles and sand.
How do I get to Lentas?
By the winding road over the Asterousia mountains via Miamou.
