Quick answer: Tsoutsouros is a small seaside village 63 km south of Heraklion, at the mouth of the Mindris gorge. Sandy bays run east and west of its harbour for about 2 km, with clear, shallow, usually calm water.
- Region
- South Heraklion
- Distance
- 63 km from Heraklion
- Beach
- Sand, shallow calm water
- History
- Ancient Inatos, Eileithyia cave
The beaches
The beaches on either side of the harbour are sandy, shallow and lightly organised, with tamarisks for shade. They suit families and slow days.
Ancient Inatos
Tsoutsouros stands on ancient Inatos, the port of the inland city of Priansos. In the village, about 100 m from the beach, is a cave sacred to Eileithyia, goddess of childbirth; offerings found there included Egyptian faience.
Nearby
Maridaki beach is about 2 km away on foot. The monastery of Agios Nikitas is about 3.5 km along the coast.
Questions before you go
Is Tsoutsouros good for children?
Yes, the bays are shallow and calm.
What is the Eileithyia cave?
An ancient cave sanctuary of the goddess of childbirth, in the village.
How far is Tsoutsouros from Heraklion?
About 63 km, roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
