Agios Pavlos Beach at Selouda lies east of Agia Roumeli on the remote Sfakia coast. Its small stone chapel, broad natural shoreline and mountain backdrop reward visitors who are comfortable planning a boat trip or coastal hike.
Beach Setting & Facilities
Grey-brown sand and pebbly sections meet an open coastal landscape. Pine-covered slopes sit behind the shore, while beach-level shade and services are limited.
Expect a modest level of support rather than a full resort setup. Buy drinking water before settling in and confirm any seasonal food or equipment options on arrival.
Things to Do at Agios Pavlos Beach, Sfakia
Visit the chapel respectfully and spend time appreciating the coastline. The combination of a simple building and a vast landscape is the main attraction; a complicated activity schedule adds little here.
How to Get There
Arrange a suitable boat transfer or follow the E4 coastal route from Agia Roumeli. Do not mistake the short distance on a map for a shaded promenade or a road connection.
Is It Suitable for Families?
Better suited to families already comfortable with boat transfers or uneven coastal walking. Plan the return before arriving and carry your own essentials. For a first outing with very young children, a road-accessible beach is usually simpler to manage.
Where to Stay
Chora Sfakion is a useful road-and-ferry base for this coast. Loutro and Agia Roumeli offer a different, roadless stay where passenger boats and walking access shape the trip. Choose your base by the journey you are happy to repeat, not just the distance shown on a map.
Practical Tip
The chapel shares its saint's name with other Cretan beaches. Use the Selouda or Agia Roumeli location when arranging a boat.
Nearby Beaches to Consider
Not sure whether this coast fits your plans?
Visit ChaniaLife and ask Manos for suggestions based on where you are staying and the kind of beach day you want.
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