- Region
- Akrotiri, near Chorafakia
- Distance
- About 13 km from Chania
- Beach
- Fine white sand, very shallow
- Facilities
- Umbrellas, snack bar, lifeguard
Why families like it
The cove is enclosed by rock and opens to the south-west, which keeps the summer north wind out. The sand is fine and the shallows extend a long way, so it works well with small children.
The flip side is size: Tersanas is small and fills up quickly on weekends and in August. Arrive in the morning.
Facilities
There are umbrellas, a snack bar and a lifeguard in season. Buses from Chania to Akrotiri stop near Chorafakia, about 1 km away.
Nearby
Kalathas is 1.5 km away and Stavros 2.9 km, both with tavernas. The Agia Triada (Tzagarolon) monastery is about 4.8 km inland if you want to add a visit and a wine tasting.
Questions before you go
Is Tersanas beach good in windy weather?
Yes. It faces south-west inside a natural harbour, so it is usually calm when the north wind blows.
Is Tersanas crowded?
It is small, so it gets busy on weekends and in high season. Mornings are quieter.
How far is Tersanas from Kalathas?
About 1.5 km.
