The island of Imeri Gramvousa is located 20km northwest of Kissamos, opposite the imposing Cape of Gramvousa and 2 miles northwest of the famous lagoon of Balos.
Gramvousa is famous for its historical Venetian fortress, which still stands at a height of 137m, over the beach. The fort had also been used by pirates. One legend tells that there is a great treasure buried in the island. Also, the old wreck that was abandoned many years ago near the beach, has become an characteristic part of the landscape.
On the south side of the island there are two large bays, with the wreck being being between them. The west bay (below the castle) hosts hundreds of visitors daily, arriving here with excursion boats.
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- Access by Boat: YES
- Access by Bus: NO
- Access by Car: NO
- Accessible for people with special needs: NO
- Access on Foot: NO
- Beach Type: ROCK & STONES
- Blue Flag: NO
- Near Restaurants: YES
- Lifeguard: NO
- Natural Shade: YES
- Near Accommodation: NO
- Nudist beach: YES
- Offroad: NO
- Sea Activities: NO
- Surfing: NO
- Umbrellas and Sunbeds: NO
- Depth: NORMAL
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