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Heraklion North Coast, Crete: High-Energy Wave Impact on a Carbonate Shelf

The north coast of Crete near Heraklion (35.35°N, 25.15°E) is one of the most wave-exposed coastlines in the Eastern Mediterranean, receiving direct Aegean

Category: Case Study

Tags: Greece, Crete, Coastal Erosion, High-Energy Coast, Carbonate Shelf, Coastal Vulnerability, Erosion Management

Published: 2025-06-08

Ammoudara Beach looking towards Heraklion, Crete — the study area for high-energy wave impact analysis

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