Beaches in Lefkada
Porto Katsiki: This remarkable beach should be at the top of your list. Its captivating scenery, featuring white cliffs juxtaposed against the blue waters of the Ionian Sea, creates an enchanting landscape. Lush vegetation adds to its allure.
Egremni: Known for its exotic landscape, Egremni boasts white sand, pebbles, and crystal-clear waters that attract numerous visitors each year. If you seek seclusion, you can find it under the cliffs. Note that access to the beach is currently only possible by boat due to an earthquake.
Nidri Beach: As a popular resort, Nidri Beach offers a lovely environment with its white sands, crystalline waters, and palm trees. The resort is well-developed, featuring bars, cafes, and a variety of restaurants.
Kathisma: Located 15 km (9 miles) southeast of the main town, Kathisma is one of Lefkada’s most beautiful beaches. Its fine white sand and sparkling turquoise waters provide an ideal setting for a relaxing swim and sunbathing. The beach also offers opportunities for water sports, including sky parachuting. Numerous umbrellas, sunbeds, and nearby accommodations are available.
Agios Nikitas: Situated 13 km (8 miles) southwest of Lefkada Town, Agios Nikitas is a charming fishing village with picturesque crystal-clear waters along the beach. Although small in size, it is equally stunning as the island’s other beaches. Enjoy a refreshing swim followed by a delightful meal at one of the excellent fish taverns nearby.
Things to do
Lefkada presents an underwater paradise for divers, with organized diving centers offering unforgettable diving experiences. Nikiana, Nidri, and Vasiliki Beach are popular diving spots.
Windsurfing and kite surfing thrive in Lefkada due to the island’s strong winds. Agios Ioannis and Vasiliki beaches are the best spots for these exhilarating sports. Surfing centers provide equipment rentals and courses.
Lefkada’s mountainous countryside offers excellent opportunities for hiking and mountain biking. Old hiking trails can be found throughout the island, leading to small forests, waterfalls, and mountain villages. Local companies organize mountain biking and cycling tours of varying difficulty.
For an unforgettable experience, explore the island on horseback. Riding schools in Lefkada’s olive groves offer scenic horse rides. Vasilikis and Agios Petros to Agios Ioannis Rodaki, as well as the area around the church of Agios Ioannis Antzousis, are stunning locations for horseback riding. An organized riding stable in the village of Apolpena provides lessons and longer rides, typically lasting three to four hours.
Paragliding allows travelers to admire the awe-inspiring landscape of Lefkada from a unique perspective. Guided paragliding tours offer an exhilarating adventure.
Must-See Attractions
Lefkada is home to two lagoons, Divari and Ivaria, where various migratory birds find refuge during the winter and spring seasons. The lush vegetation surrounding the lagoons offers shelter and safety for these birds.
The 14th-century Agia Mavra castle, extensively renovated and remarkably well-preserved, was originally built by Sicilian rulers to protect the old town. The castle hosts a beautiful church dedicated to Agia Mavra and serves as a venue for numerous cultural events during the summer.
Indulge in Dining and Entertainment
Vasiliki, Nidri, and Lefkada Town are the primary villages on the island where you’ll find a wide array of dining and drinking options.
Traditional taverns serving local dishes and excellent seafood can be found in most villages, as well as in the seaside villages of Lygia, Agios Nikitas, and Sivota.
Lefkada offers the perfect blend of tranquility and nightlife, with a variety of bars and music styles catering to every taste. Lounge bars are located at the port of Lefkada Town, while Nidri is known for its clubs. Vasiliki and Sivota offer cozy café bars, while other villages have limited nightlife venues.
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