Off-white beaches and turquoise sea define this incredible Greek island that looks like it belongs in the Caribbean. Lefkada, fortunately, is closer than you imagine and owes its name to the milky white cliffs that characterise it.
Lefkada Most beautiful beaches
Porto Katsiki, Athani
Egremni, Lefkada
Agios Ioannis, Lefkada
Agios Nikitas, Agios Nikitas
Milos, Agios Nikitas
Kalamitsi beach, Kalamitsi
Megali Petra, Lefkada
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Lefkada, Greece
Lefkada, in the heart of the Ionian Sea, is a concentration of beautiful beaches, sleepy villages and lush inland nature and is the perfect place for those who love unspoilt nature and relaxation. If you are thinking of going there this summer, we have put together a useful guide to the most beautiful beaches and how to get there, with a map and directions.
Lefkada is connected to the mainland by a movable bridge about 50 metres long and is located in the Ionian Sea, the part of the sea in Greece also known as the Ionian Caribbean. The reason is simple, the island offers white sandy beaches protected by cliffs, crystal-clear sea where, thanks to the winds, water sports can be practised and is rich in green and mountainous landscapes where one can go hiking.
The island stretches about 300 kilometres and has about 120 kilometres of coastline. It is part of the Ionian Islands known as the Heptanese, a group of seven islands south of Corfu.
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Lefkada beaches: opinions and tips
Along the 120 kilometres of coastline you will find the most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean. The most beautiful and scenic is Porto Katsiki, which is located near the village of Athani.
High, white cliffs protect this beach and create a beautiful contrast to the deep waters of the Ionian Sea. Adding to the beauty of the landscape are the colours of the lush vegetation in the surroundings.
The beach can be reached either by sea or by climbing a flight of about 100 steps in the rock.
From Egremni beach, it is said that one enjoys the most beautiful sunset in Greece. It is a long stretch of white sand surrounded by cliffs. To reach it, one has to descend 325 steps down a very scenic descent.
Igios Ioannis is the closest beach to the town of Lefkada. The shoreline here has some old windmills that create a fascinating atmosphere. The beach is very windy and is perfect for windsurfers.
Agios Nikitas is a small fishing village located 13 km from Lefkada and is characterised by the small beach of the same name made of white sand lapped by crystal-clear waters.
Milos is the perfect beach for those who love wild places. Here, in fact, you will find few facilities, only crystal-clear sea and a white beach protected by two rocky promontories. It is easily reached from Agios Nikitas by following a path that will take you to the beach in about half an hour.
Megali Petra is a sand and pebble beach east of Lefkada characterised by two large boulders delineating its boundaries. It is a wild beach with plenty of vegetation in the surroundings, perfect for those who love unspoilt nature.
Kalamitsi is another beautiful beach characterised by rock formations near the shore.
Not far from the village of Nidri there is a small pebble bay, it is the beach of Dessimi, an access point to a small, narrow cave that is very picturesque.
Beaches for children
Some of Lefkada's beaches are easy to reach from the villages and towns on the coast by taking the road across the island, while other beaches are more difficult to reach. There are often stairs or paths to walk.
Among the most child-friendly are those at Kathisma and Kalamitsi, which are full of facilities and have shallow waters.
The beaches to the east of the island are almost all suitable for children.
Here you will find calm seas, recreational activities and equipped beaches. Areas to visit include Nikiana, Perigiali, Nidri, Sivota, Ligia and Vassiliki.
Another beach suitable for children is Agiofili, characterised by white pebbles. It is located near Vasiliki.
Beaches with facilities
On the island of Lefkada, there are numerous beaches with facilities. Many popular beaches are divided into two sections: one with facilities and another with a free beach.
You will find facilities, lidos and bars on the beaches of Porto Katsiki, Egremni, Agiofili, Mikros Gialos, Kathisma or Kathisma beach.
How to get there
The island of Lefkada can be reached by ship, car or plane.
If travelling by ship, you can choose one of the shipping companies that operate daily connections between Trieste, Ancona, Bari and Brindisi and Igoumenitsa. You can travel with your car in tow and from there continue on to the island of Lefkada as it is connected to mainland Greece by a bridge. From the city of Igoumenitsa, the route is about 130 km. There are also buses to the island from the port of Igoumenitsa.
You can reach Lefkada by plane by landing at the airport of Aktio/Preveza. From Italy you can fly with Blue-express, Volotea, Vueling. Another alternative is to fly to Kefalonia and from there take a ferry to Lefkada (Vassiliki).
Map and Map
Below is a map of the island of Lefkada with its most beautiful beaches.
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