Situated 11 kilometers far from Chania, at the West, just off the Old National Road to Kastelli, Platanias is a sandy beach very popular and crowded, especially in July and August. Being at the northern coast, it is affected by the “meltemia” (northern summer winds).

The beach is well organised, offering accommodation facilities, food and drink at the sea front taverns and bars; facilities for swimming and sunbathing (sun beds, umbrellas, sea sports etc) are also available .