Lefkada

The town of Lefkada, capital of the island, is situated in the northern part of the island. It is connected with the shores of Etoloakarnania, Western Greece by means of a bridge 50 meters long. The slab paved back streets, the arches and the houses in the historical centre of the town preserve its traditional feature, while, in its architecture, you can see the influence of the Venetians.

In the region of Lefkada town, you can swim at the beaches of Aghios Giannis, one of the closest beaches to the town and of large extent, ideal for kitesurf and windsurfing, of Myli (Mills), near the beach of Aghios Ioannis, ideal for windsurfing, Kastro and Gyra, north to the town of Lefkada, ideal for windsurfing, due to the strong winds.

Here, you can visit the Archaeological Museum, the Library, housed in a two-storey building with intense neoclassical features, in the centre of the town (19th century), the church of Odigitria (15th century), one of the oldest Byzantine monuments of Lefkada, with rare murals, the castle of Aghia Mavra, as well as the monastery of Faneromeni, in a bright green location, in the way to the village of Tsoukalades, where the ecclesiastical museum is housed.

Beaches

St. John 1 2 3 4 5 ( 3 Votes )

A famous golden sandy beach with green and blue water stretching for about 5 km. It isn’t organized, but is one of the most renown for water sports like kite surfing, with frantic fans from all over Europe, because of its strong winds. The beach scenery is completed by traditional windmills. It was named after the church with the same name.

It is at the northwest part of the island, next to the island’s capital (3 km from Lefkas town) and it is easily accessible.

Amoglosa 1 2 3 4 5 ( 3 Votes )

Like its name indicates (Amos=sand) it is a sandy beach with golden sand and clean water. It’s situated at the north side of the island, at its entrance.

Gira 1 2 3 4 5 ( 0 Votes )

Ideal beach for windsurfing because of its strong wind. It is at the northmost end of the island and it’s one of the beaches most preferred by the locals.

Kastro 1 2 3 4 5 ( 0 Votes )

A sandy beach at the northmost end of the island. It’s the continuance of Gira beach. Despite it is next to Lefkas town it isn’t highly developed.

Mill 1 2 3 4 5 ( 0 Votes )

Wonderful, sandy beach, ideal for water sports in the protected settlement of St. Nikita. The water is crystal and deepens abruptly. You may go there by boat from the village or walking through the small trail beginning next to the beach of the village, at the point where the boulders end (is somewhat tiring).

There aren't any stores, nor canteens and you should take with you provisions especially water.