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🏖️ Kato Zakros Beach and Cove

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🏖️ Kato Zakros Beach and Cove
Coastal settlement and anchorage in eastern Crete, Greece, at the mouth of the Zakros Gorge.


🕐 3 min read · Updated 15 Jun 2026 at 12:22
📌 Fast Facts
  • Location: Eastern Crete, southeastern coast of Greece
  • Gorge elevation: Valley descends approximately 600 meters to sea level
  • Archaeological period: Minoan Bronze Age settlement and port facility
  • Access: Day-use beach and archaeological site; seasonal conditions apply

Kato Zakros Beach and Cove is a sheltered coastal settlement in eastern Crete that served as a port ...

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