Balos Beach is a public lagoon beach on the Gramvousa peninsula in the Kissamos area of Chania, Crete, Greece, reached from Kaliviani by dirt road and footpath or by boat in Kissamos Bay.
Quick facts
- Best for: Scenic lagoon views, photography, boat-trip beach days, and travelers prioritizing dramatic landscape over easiest access.
- Known for: White sand with pink shell flecks, shallow turquoise water, and a protected lagoon setting on Crete’s northwest coast.
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Service area and category
- City: Kissamos
- Region: Chania Prefecture, Crete
- Country: Greece
- Service area: Northwestern Crete
- Category: Tourist attraction
Editorial summary
Balos Beach is a public lagoon beach on the Gramvousa peninsula in the Kissamos area of Chania, Crete, Greece, reached from Kaliviani by dirt road and footpath or by boat in Kissamos Bay.