Beaches in Kefalonia

Myrtos is rightfully on the top lines of ratings among European beaches. Firstly, it is located in an ecologically clean area, the nature of which remains untouched until now, and there is not a single production nearby. Secondly, its impressive landscapes literally inspire you to take a brush in your hands and realize your creative impulses. The chain of snow-white cliffs combined with the white coast and the mysterious coastal waters of the Ionian Sea, which change the color, will definitely not leave you indifferent.

Antisamos is located at the foot of Mount Avgo. Its turquoise hills with lush greenery fringe a snow-white beach, offering stunning views of the azure waves of the Ionian Sea with the island of Ithaca, which is visible on the horizon. Here Captain Corelli's Mandolin was filmed starring Penelope Cruz and Nicolas Cage.

This is one of the few sandy beaches of Kefalonia, so if you do not want to stumble over pebbles and crawl out of the water on all fours, Lourdas is just what you need. It is located in the south of the island near Lourdata village. Many people choose it because of its proximity to the capital - it takes no more than 20 minutes to get from Argostoli by car.

In fact, Xi Beach is a continuation of Megas Lakkos Beach, which also has a characteristic crimson-orange shade of sand. This exotic appeal to many tourists, because they have extraordinary and colorful photos from the holiday. Moreover, clay with bluish-whitish hue rocks stretches along the beach. Many people put the clay from head to toe and sit on the shore waiting for a miraculous effect. It's fair to say that the effect is not worse than after visits to the Spa. Especially if you regularly have these procedures.

It is often compared to Myrtos, but it would be wrong to make such comparisons: Each of them is endowed with unique natural beauty, which can be objectively assessed only by visiting these places personally. Petani is located on the Paliki Peninsula, 20 km west of Argostoli. It is located in a curved bay at the foot of a mountain serpentine.

This small cozy beach is located not far from Argostoli next to the fishing Fiskadro village, from where you can even reach it on foot. Crystal clear azure water gives the impression that you are not in Greece, but on exotic islands. You are shaded from the sun by olive groves and coniferous forests instead of palm trees with coconuts.

Makris Gialos, or Makris Yialos, as it is also called by locals, has a very convenient location. It is located on the territory of the capital of island, in its tourist region of Lassi. At the peak of the season, it is impossible to push through here, but this does not discourage tourists and local residents from swimming and sunbathing here.

The beach is located in the village of the same name, located 37 km from the capital of the island. The rock stretches 3 km long and is considered one of the best and most convenient beaches due to its proximity to numerous private hotels, restaurants, and bars. Those who love relaxation with a rich excursion program will especially like this place: On the territory of the Rock, there are the ruins of a Roman temple and villas with preserved mosaics of 3-4 centuries. a d.

It is located in the southern part of Kefalonia in the vicinity of Lourdate and completes the long coastline originating from this settlement. The beach is sandy, relatively small (only 250 meters in length), and is surrounded by picturesque slopes densely covered with pine trees. Convenient parking allows comfortably parking the car in the shade, a few meters from the beach. Tourists are offered sun loungers and parasols for a fee, and lovers of maximum comfort can enjoy the four-poster beach beds.

It is located in the eastern part of the island in the vicinity of Poros, which is the sea gate of Kefalonia. Ferries from Peloponesse daily come here, so the place is very busy, and the beaches in its vicinity are quite crowded.

It is located on the southwest coast of the island. It is rather small (about 300 meters long) and very cozy. The beach is divided into two zones. The first is quite crowded, where holidaymakers are offered to rent sun lounges and parasols, the second is more detached, where holidaymakers are expected to have a rest on personal towels. The beach is sandy, with convenient entry to the sea and clear transparent water.

It is located in the southwestern part of the island near Kefalonia Airport "Anna Pollatou". A small, clean well-equipped beach with orange sand, convenient entry into the sea and clear transparent water. It is equipped with a shower, beach huts, there is a cafe, a first-aid post, and a rescue tower. Sun lounges and parasols are available for rent. There is the Blue flag over the beach, proving its cleanliness and comfort.

Another beach located near the airport. It is very popular with locals who consider it one of the best in Kefalonia. If you go to the edge of the beach, you can find the nests of the Caretta Caretta Turtle fenced with ribbons, and if you are lucky you can see the turtles.

It is conveniently located seven kilometers from Argostoli, Kefalonia and close to the international airport, which makes it as accessible as possible for tourists and locals.

A huge "wild" beach about 700 meters long located on the west coast of the island and is deservedly recognized as one of the best in Kefalonia. It is surrounded by impregnable cliffs, the sea in this place is deep, surprisingly transparent and often turbulent. The beach is covered with the smallest white pebbles, and the color of the water strikes with its divine blue of waters.