Every year, nine beaches in the are of Elounda are awarded with the blue flag of the European Union, for its� crystal clear waters. Next to the port lies the Municipal beach, a large organized beach, ideal for water sports. It is surrounded with restaurants (tavernas) and coffee shops and is considered an attraction for numerous tourists every year.

On the east side of Skisma, one can discover the blue flag awarded beaches of Chiona and Poros. Two more rocky beaches with crystal clear waters can be found in the village of Plaka and in Agia Marina.

Close to the church of Agios Loukas lies one more beach. That�s where you can park your vehicle and walk down the path that leads you on the beach of Kolokitha with its magnificent green-blue waters.