ELAFONISSI BEACH

Elafonisi is a unique beach because of its pink sand. It is the wonderful beach, with pink coral sand and crystal clear water. Dazzling white sand, with a pink sand, turquoise sea.

The calcium carbonate found in the shells, mixed with white sand and light coloured sand, gives the beach its special color. The formation of pink sand helped: the microorganisms, what are symbiotically related to pigmented algae.

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This place is protected by Natura 2000,

because there are 110 protected plant species in this area

It is unique beach in Western Crete

The pink sand makes the beach special, which is not typical of Europe’s seas. This magical place is very popular. The summer season is very crowded.

Recommended for families with small children due to its shallow water