SOUTH COAST
The beaches are described in order from the west to the east.
Ag. Giani |
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Type
red sand
Size
small beach
Description
this beach is right in front of a large hotel and there is a path to get there.
Not easy to find is small and has nothing exceptional to which it is worth to go there, unless you do not stay here with the accommodation.
The sea is always beautiful and also the view across the peninsula of Kefalonia and behind the mountains deserves. |
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Lepeda |
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Type
red sand and pebbles
Size
about 400 meters long and deep enough in the beginning and then taper towards the end
Facilities
There are sun beds and umbrellas for rent and a playground for beach volleyball
Food
There is a beach bar and several restaurants on the way to Lixouri
Description
Lepeda is considered the official beach of Lixouri that is the largest town after the capital of Kefalonia.
From Lixouri to get there along the waterfront to the south, is 1 Km and a half.
Lepeda is a beautiful deep red sandy beach, not too different from the more famous Xi but definitely less crowded.
At the very beginning of the beach there are some rock formations on the beach bordering a small little bay, creating a breathtaking sight.
On the beach there is also a beach volleyball net for those who want to have fun and not just bask in the sun.
Worth noting that the whole stretch of coast between Lixouri and the beach is accessible and Lepeda red sand but should be considered free without bars or chairs for rent. |
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Variko |
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Type
dark sand
Size
about one kilometer long and wide enough
Facilities
is not equipped for tourists
Food
there are no bars nearby
Description
The beach of Variko is placed towards the end of the gulf of Argostoli and is not really a tourist beach or with a fabulous sea.
This area has experienced more by locals and fishermen because it looks more like a lake than the sea.
Surely the sea is calm, there are no tourists and the view of the mountains from the front and over the gulf is to be appreciated.
It may be a different kind of beach but not the recommended destination if you have short holidays. |
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Koumaria |
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Type
sand and pebbles
Size
small-size
Facilities
no facilities for tourists
Food
there are no bars or restaurants nearby
Description
to get to the beach Koumaria that is closest to the bottom of the Gulf of Argostoli you have to take an unpaved road.
It is literally isolated from the world and there is nothing around but nature. |
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Ag. Sotira |
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Type
white pebbles and clear sand
Size
small-size
Facilities
no facilities for tourists
Food
there are no bars or restaurants nearby
Description
not easy to reach this beach because there are no indications and signs but if you follow the coastal road that goes towards Argostoli one mile after the junction to Lixouri before reaching Kodogourata there is a road on the right that goes down to the sea.
Down on the beach you will not find anything but a limpid and calm sea.
There is also the church of Agia Sotira which is a small white building just few steps from the beach.
From the beach you can admire the gulf of Argostoli. |
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Ag. Ioani |
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Type
pebbles
Size
the beach is very small
Facilities
no facilities for tourists
Food
there are no bars or restaurants nearby
Description
Like to reach the beach of Agia Sotira, also for this bay there are no signs.
Following the road that goes to the sea to reach the beach of A. Ioani that is a marina for fishing (you can also see mussel farms not far) than a real beach. I do not recommend to spend the day.
Just before arriving at the beach on the left there is a dirt road that leads to the church of Ag Spiridona which is built on a rock just a few steps from the water.
Surely it is a beautiful original building to photograph.
I went down to the church you will also see that there are two beaches within walking distance. |
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Ligia |
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Type
sand and white pebbles
Size
small-size
Facilities
is not equipped for tourists
Food
there are no refreshment nearby
Description
Ligia is the last beach of the Gulf of Argostoli, the one on this coast nearest to the capital.
There are indications only in Greek and are only visible coming from Argostoli.
To be precise, there is another beach further south and closer to Argostoli but does not even have a name despite being a little larger than this. The beach of Ligia has a very clear blue sea and is flanked by a pier with benches, a stone church and a marina.
It is not a tourist beach but is frequented by the inhabitants of the nearby village of Farsa. |
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Gradakia |
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Type
predominantly of white sand
Size
small but wide
Facilities
it is equipped with deckchairs and umbrellas
Food
There is a shack on the beach selling drinks and snacks
Description
Gradakia is the first of many creeks that are followed in this stretch of coast just behind the town and close to the tourist village of Lassi.
Gradakia is also the largest bay with a sea of innumerable shades of blue and rocks on the sides that form natural caves to swim.
The sea is usually calm and you can get a sandwich at the beach bar to the only bar (first photo).
After this there are two inlets smaller but really impressive (second picture) and then another wider beach equipped with deck chairs and umbrellas and a kiosk selling drinks and snacks (third photo). |
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Paliostafida |
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Type
light sand
Size
almost 400 meters long, wider in the first part and shorter in the second one
Facilities
equipped for tourists with deck chairs, umbrellas and showers
Food
There are a couple of bars
Description
Paliostafida beach is also called "Antonio beach" from the name of one bar near the sea.
It is a long spit of sand that more or less in the middle is interrupted by a small headland and after becomes thinner continuing until the end of the bay.
There are chairs and umbrellas along the beach and the sea get deep very gently making it a good choice for those with children. |
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Makris Gialos |
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Type
light sand
Size
almost 600 meters long is not very wide in the right side while it is in the left side.
Facilities
is one of the most popular tourist beaches of Kefalonia island and of course there are sun beds and umbrellas for hire
Activities
there is the possibility of water sports
Food
There are several bars and restaurants on the beach
Description
Makris Gialos beach is the most tourist and crowded bay in this area as it is very large and full of sand.
Behind the beach there is a pine forest, in front of a turquoise sea and the sand and the shallow waters are ideal for children to play.
There is a great choice of cocktail bars ideal for lunch or listen music at night.
All along the beach there are several entrances and there are also many free zones where to relax with your umbrella and your children. |
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Platis Gialos |
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Type
sand
Size
medium size but quite large (30 meters)
Facilities
it is equipped with deck chairs and umbrellas and there are showers and changing rooms
Activities
there is a volley beach net
Food
there is a bar on the beach
Description
Platis Gialos is the extension of Makris Gialos, they are separated only by a small promontory.
As the previous one is a tourist beach and crowded with a very nice sea and every facility for those who like comfort at the beach.
For those who like to be active there is also a beach volleyball court where have fun.
Beautiful are the pines behind the beach that create a charming environment.
You can see from the beach a fine strip of sand (third photo) that is only accessible by a hotel and that closes the bay along with a rock outcropping called Turkopodaro (the foot of the Turkish).
The beach has a small car park which is insufficient in high season. |
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Minia |
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Type
sand
Size
long and narrow, but medium-sized
Facilities
there are sun beds and umbrellas for rent only in the part of the beach near the parking
Food
there is a beach bar for lunch just few steps far
Description
the beach of Minia takes in the name of the nearby village, it is sandy and not very tourist.
Placed in proximity to the airport of Kefalonia island.
Immediately next to this beach there is another beach perhaps more beautiful that is not indicated on the maps, which is also equipped with deck chairs, umbrellas and a bar (second photo). |
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Ammes |
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Type
golden sand
Size
wide but short
Facilities
beach chairs and umbrellas for rent
Food
there is a small bar on the beach selling drinks and snacks
Description
Ammes is a beach with beautiful sand and clear sea but not calm.
A special feature is that it is exactly on the route of the airplanes landing in the nearest airport.
If you are at the beach during the arrival of a plane you will have the impression that lands right on top of you and you will see the faces of the tourists who look through the portholes. |
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Aihelis |
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Type
sand
Size
about 100 meters long and up to 50 meters large
Facilities
beach chairs and umbrellas for hire, showers
Food
there is a bar on the beach and a few restaurants in the village of Svoronata which is a mile and a half away
Description
to reach this beach you must go down for a few steps.
The sand is not a nice red as Xi or gold as Makris Gialos, is dark but fine and the sea is calm and clear.
To the west end of the bay there is a huge cave with a small sandy beach, where you can also swim. |
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Avithos |
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Type
sand
Size
more than 500 meters long but not very large
Facilities
equipped for tourists with two rows of chairs and umbrellas. There are also changing rooms and showers.
Food
there is a bar on the beach, there is a kiosk near the parking and there are also a couple of traditional Greek restaurants where to eat
Description
Avithos beach is made of golden sand and is very long, for those who love walking on the beach and sunbathing.
It is equipped in the first part where there is also a bar. The beach is wild and free moving away to the east.
The water is shallow and therefore perfect for children even if the sea is not always calm and pay attention to the current.
The sea is so clean that this beach also received an award called the "Blue Flag".
From Avithos you can see the island of Dias with a church on top. |
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Spartia |
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Type
sand
Size
small-size
Facilities
is not equipped for tourists
Description
Spartia is near a small beach with a fishing port. It is not always cleaned and it’s a pity because the sea is crystal clear, with beautiful colors.
It’s surrounded by a clay cliff 10 or 20 meters tall and has a particular flat stone coming out from the sea on the west side of the beach. |
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Ag. Thomas |
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Type
sand
Size
small-size
Facilities
there are sun beds and umbrellas as well as showers and changing rooms
Food
there is also a bar with a beautiful garden with deck chairs
Description
St. Thomas is a small beach but very nice with sand on one side and rocks on the other.
The rock has been supplied with a ladder to get down to the water without the risk of getting injured. |
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Trapezaki |
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Type
golden sand
Size
more than 600 meters long and narrow
Facilities
there are chairs and umbrellas in the first part where there is a marina which is very nice and a bar
Food
there is a bar and a restaurant
Description This beach is known because there is also a bus service and is wonderful for walking because it is very long. Together with a shallow water for a lot of meters, even the sand is very beautiful and perfect for children.
The area is very quiet and not crowded even in August.
The sea is usually calm and boats pass sluts.
Along the coast there is also a path to continue beyond this beach and reach the next one which is to Kanali.beach. |
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Kanali |
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Type
light sand
Size
medium-size and large enough
Facilities
it is not equipped for tourists but there are bars nearby
Description
to reach Kanali beach you have to leave the car where the paved road finish and walk along a narrow path through the trees.
As the access is less easy than the two nearby beaches (Trapezaki and Lourdas) is not crowded and you may run into nudist. |
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Lourdas |
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Type
white sand and pebbles
Size
more than a kilometer long and 30 meters large
Facilities
equipped for tourists with umbrellas and chairs, there are also showers and changing rooms
Activities
you can practice windsurfing
Food
there are several bars and restaurants along the beach
Description
In the right end of the beach there is a marina with a traditional Greek restaurant and then this long strip of sand and rocks where you can have any kind of comfort as showers and bars and restaurants within walking distance.
This beach for its succession of bars and restaurants is considered among the most "live" on Kefalonia island.
From the beach of Lourdas exists also a path to walk to visit the monastery, then another narrow road to reach the beach called Paradisi, not accessible by car. |
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Koroni |
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Type
sand and pebbles
Size
medium long but large
Facilities
is not equipped for tourists
Food
There is a small bar on the beach for drinks and snacks
Description
the road to get to Koroni beach is unpaved and not suitable for all cars.
The beach is very nice and the sea is really stunning here.
The shades of colors that you see coming from above the beach are breathtaking.
The stretch of coast on the left is all made of clay and then you can also put the mud all over your face or all over the body.
We must get the mud on the body and wait for it to dry and then have a swim in the sea to clean up. The result is an extremely smooth skin. |
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Katelios and
Agia Varvara |
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Type
dark sand
Size
being together one to the other they create a unique beach almost 800 meters long and up to 15 meters large.
Facilities
are both equipped for tourists with deck chairs, umbrellas and showers
Activities
you can rent a boat to visit the coast
Food
behind the beach of Katelios there is the village with many bars and restaurants, while in Ag. Varvara there are no bars or other refreshments
Description
Katelios is the beach of the homonymous village, is shallow, equipped for tourists and has a small port for fishermen and for those who have a boat.
It is not very great nor particularly attractive although it has a beautiful vegetation behind.
Ag Varvara, a little more wild and a little more charming. It has more open areas where you can have a relaxing time.
The is not very deep with amazing colors. |
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Kaminia and Potamakia |
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Type
sand
Size
together are up to 2 km long. While Kaminia is approximately 25 meters large, Potamakia is almost 80 meters.
Facilities
Kaminia has several points with loungers and umbrellas for rent and Potamakia only one, upon the arrival of the road
Food
along the beach of Kaminia there are a few bars while there are none in Potamakia
Description
Kaminia Potamakia together are the southern beaches of the island of Kefalonia.
While the first is bordered by a narrow road to park and has several points where you can rent deck chairs, the second you can walk further along the beach Kaminia and is free.
Kaminia also called Mounda is perhaps the only remaining beach in Kefalonia nesting turtles Caretta-Caretta.
For this reason, there are a couple of rules to follow to protect the species; do not make holes or dig, it is forbidden to camp, light fires, and even walking around at night in the summer.
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