The place - Xerokambos
The extreme
south-east coast of Crete offers a gem
with topography of sweeping cave-filled mountainsides, pausing briefly to house Xerokambos itself before two long
sandy beaches and great swimming in beautiful waters.
There are but a few places to stay, the
same with tavernas.
Without a car or motorcycle there is a long walk if you want to eat at any but the nearest
taverna to where you are staying – but you need a vehicle to get to
Xerokambos anyway.
How to get there - Xerokambos
Accessible from Zakros via 9 km of narrow, but now surfaced road or from Ziros on a spectacular,
winding and recently surfaced road. The road through Xerokambos itself is
now surfaced. See "how to get to
Xerokambos" about getting to Xerokambos and bus schedules
from Ziros.
Where to stay - Xerokambos
You will usually find a number of places available to stay, mostly simple rooms and apartments.
Price category:
H4/H3.
What to see/do - Xerokambos
Enjoy and relax. Walk along the coast road (a track) towards Ag. Irini, passing a small bay with
another pleasing beach and yet more natural sculptures in rock formed in the mountain surrounds. Swim. Many caves
in the gorge on this route also. In fact this area would delight those in search of caves. Eat fresh
fish and local rabbit, lamb, pork and salads - depending what upon what the special of the day is, at any one of the
tavernas.
Visit Kato Zakros, a quiet beachside place, with
a famous Minoan palace.
Where to eat & drink - Xerokambos
Traditional taverna Kastri is excellent
for grilled meat and especially fresh fish. You'll receive a warm welcome from the "clean-proud" family; open also in the
morning for coffee, possibly breakfast, with relaxing view to the sea. Tel. 28430-26715. They have some rooms
available for rent as well.
Another option for food is Liviko View, with a taverna right under their rooms. Tel. 28430-27001. All
tavernas offer many salads and vegetable dishes (vegetarians will have no
problem enjoying good food).
There are 2 or 3 more tavernas, depending on the season, in the Xerokambos
area.
All price category:D/C.
Special Comments - Xerokambos
A place to enjoy the sea and the mountain-scapes and peaceful surroundings - as close as you
can get to experiencing the dream of quiet by the sea in Crete. No nightlife (eating and a drink, the moon, the
waves, the air provide that) - no mobiles! (very limited reception).
Photo album - Xerokambos
To see more of Xerokambos,
see its photo
album.
Facilities info |
CreteTravel.com Price Categories |
Bank / ATM: Yes
Post office: Yes
Card Phone: Yes
Mini-market: Yes |
Restaurants & Eating places
(per person, excluding drinks)
A: 23 - 35 euros
B: 16 - 21 euros
C: 11 - 15 euros
D: 7 - 10 euros
E: 3 - 6 euros |
Hotels, Rooms & Villas
(per double room or per villa)
H0: 290 - 880 euros
H1: 100 - 150 euros
H2: 70 - 100 euros
H3: 45 - 70 euros
H4: 30 - 45 euros
H5: 20 - 30 euros |
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Simple map - Xerokambos
We have drawn a simple map of Xerokambos, to give a better idea of where things are. See
Xerokambos simple map.
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Sweeping cave-filled mountain-scapes, tranquil, sandy beaches, a few tavernas and quiet places to stay - relaxation!
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West coast at sunrise
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Xerokambos beach
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Rocky hills and caves
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Taverna "Kastri"
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Relax at Xerokambos
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