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The east and southeast shore is the primary hub for visitors at Lake Kournas. Here you will find all the dining, swimming, and boating facilities.
This developed edge of the lake is where your visit begins. The shoreline features wooden docks for boat rentals, seasonal sandy strips for swimming, and elevated tavernas.
Parking is located just behind the restaurants. You will spend most of your time on this side before heading out onto the water.
2-3 hoursSummer only
When water levels drop in the summer, temporary strips of white sand appear along the shore. Local businesses set up sunbeds and umbrellas for visitors to relax and swim. Arrive before 10:30 AM in peak summer to secure a shaded spot.
1 hourBoat rentals
Small wooden docks line the water's edge, offering colorful pedal boats and canoes for hourly hire. Renting a boat is the most popular way to explore the lake. Choose a pedalo with a sun canopy to protect yourself from the midday heat.
1-2 hoursFood & Drink
Traditional Cretan restaurants sit slightly elevated above the water. They provide clear views of the lake and the White Mountains. Try the local Apokoronas cheeses or traditional antikristo lamb as the sun goes down.
