Beach
Chrissi Island
Ierapetra, Crete
About Chrissi Island
Chrissi is a small, low-lying uninhabited island about 15 km south of Ierapetra, reached by boat in the summer season. It is a protected Natura 2000 area with a cedar forest and sandy beaches; there is no accommodation and visitors must stay on marked paths.
Chrissi Island on the map
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Information source: Region of Crete official tourism portal · last checked 16/09/2026
Good to know
- Is Chrissi Island worth visiting?
- Chrissi Island is one of the beach highlights we list in Crete. This page covers what to know before you go and which restaurants are nearby.
- Where can I eat near Chrissi Island?
- Nearby restaurants are listed on this page. Those already on Woltaro can be booked online; the others are shown for reference with their address and map location.
- When is the best time to visit Chrissi Island?
- Shoulder season, late spring and early autumn, is generally quieter and cooler than midsummer, when popular spots in Crete are busiest around midday.
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