Lefkada

The Ionian island of Lefkada is the nearest one to the western side of the Greek mainland and it can even be reached by car thanks to the bridge connecting the two! It is one of the most popular Ionian destinations, full of amazing beaches with turquoise waters, monasteries, museums, and seafront or mountainous villages with a unique charm.
Thanks to its exotic natural landscape and scenic beaches, Lefkada is also known as the “Caribbean of Greece”!

The closest airport to Lefkada is Aktion National Airport. No ferry connections to Lefkada are available from the mainland and the only way to reach it is by car or bus. However, ferry connections to Ithaca, Kefalonia & Meganisi have been established. Don’t hesitate to take advantage of them for island hopping!

Lefkada is mainly known for its majestic beaches and the plethora of watersports it offers. Yet, points of historical, cultural, and environmental interest are also hosted on the island. The Medieval Castle of Agia Mavra, the Waterfalls of Nydri and the Monastery of Faneromeni are the top attractions of Lefkada.

Known for the amazing landscape and the exotic water, beaches in Lefkada are considered among the most beautiful in Greece and the Mediterranean Sea in general. In brief, Porto Katsiki, Egremni and Kathisma are the most famous beaches in Lefkada, while Agios Ioannis and Vassiliki are great places for windsurfing and other watersports.