Pahia Ammos is located 20km east of Agios Nikolaos, on the road connecting Agios Nikolaos with Sitia and Ierapetra. It is a large village, built on the north side of the narrowest part of Crete, at the exit of a fertile plain covered with olive groves. The local beach and the sights of the surrounding area have contributed to the mild development of the village. In the village you will find small hotels, rooms and taverns.
In front of Pahia Ammos and 500m to the east, stretches a long beach with sand and pebbles, which is open to the north winds. The sea is usually wavy, but you can stay safe at the west part of the beach, which is well protected by a pier. This part is sandy and clean, well organized with umbrellas and sunbeds.