Set on the east coast, off the Greek mainland, Kefalonia is the largest of the seven Ionian islands and despite its size - 737 sq km - the towns and villages all nestle in their own little enclaves among the rugged mountainside and coastline.
Kefalonia has one of Greece’s most famous beaches: Myrtos. The beach of Myrthos is the trademark of Kefalonia Island and is considered as one of the most beautiful beaches of the entire Ionian Islands. Located north of Argostoli (the island’s capital), this impressive beach has a fine golden sand and wonderful turquoise waters; the whole place is surrounded by impressive and majestic vertical rocky cliffs. This pure paradise is one of the most photographed places in Greece and attracts thousands of visitors every summer. A snack-bar, sun beds and umbrellas rentals are available on the beach.
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The sand on this rural oasis of a beach is made of limestone pebbles of all sizes--but they're not too big for a fluffy beach towel to tame. You have to take a long, steep road (only recently paved) to access Myrtos Beach, which is a detour from the main road and might involve navigating between herds of goats. But the view once you arrive, with lush cliffs plunging into the ocean, is worth it. Keep in mind that the sun reflects off the limestone, which makes for a very hot, bright beach-going experience, and aside from a few sun beds and the public toilets, the only shelter is the clear blue water. |
Nearest Airport: Kefalonia Airport (domestic flights), Athens International Airport
Recommended Resort:
Emelisse Art Hotel
Kefalonia Island
Emblissi Bay 80 84, Fiskardo
Greece
www.arthotel.gr
Haritos Villas
Lassi, 281 00 Kefalonia
Ionian Islands
Greece