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Xigia Sulfur Beach II
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About
Xigia Sulfur Beach II is located on the Ionian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 202th place out of 503 beaches in the Ioanian Islands region 208.1 km away from its center, the city of Corfu. It is one of the beaches of Mikro Nisi settlement, just 2.7 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place. This beach is not a well-known place, so it is well suited for a relaxing leisure.
It is a tiny several bays coastline with crystal turquoise water and light sand & pebble cover, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.
Xigia Sulfur Beach II coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
13 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Xigia Sulfur Beach, which has a rating of 8.7.
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2.3
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Beach overall scores
Xigia Sulfur Beach II (Ioanian Islands) is located outside the Mikro Nisi settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Zakynthos island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Xigia Sulfur Beach II with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"A secluded oasis. Pristine water and great for snorkeling. Absence of sandy shore. Two petite beaches reachable through a steep set of stairs. Featuring a cozy tent on the shore for ordering beverages, delivered in a basket lowered down. An upstairs restaurant offers restroom access for a small fee of 50 cents. Guests can also relish the stunning scenery. The path to the ten..."
Kira
"Incredibly stunning bay in that location. Lovely little beach with pebbles and stones. Exquisite water- footwear required for entry. The type of beach that I enjoy encountering while exploring the Greek islands. Excellent cuisine available at the bar with reasonable prices."
Soraya Camellia
User reviews
"A secluded oasis. Pristine water and great for snorkeling. Absence of sandy shore. Two petite beaches reachable through a steep set of stairs. Featuring a cozy tent on the shore for ordering beverages, delivered in a basket lowered down. An upstairs restaurant offers restroom access for a small fee of 50 cents. Guests can also relish the stunning scenery. The path to the ten..."
Kira
"Incredibly stunning bay in that location. Lovely little beach with pebbles and stones. Exquisite water- footwear required for entry. The type of beach that I enjoy encountering while exploring the Greek islands. Excellent cuisine available at the bar with reasonable prices."
Soraya Camellia
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Magda Canteen• 3 min walk
- Taverna to Pelagaki• 4 min walk
- Taverna Xigia• 6 min walk
- Cavo Di Zolfo• 7 min walk
Attractions
- Xigia Pigadi Beach• 1 min walk
- XIGIA• 3 min walk
- Xigia Pelagaki Beach• 4 min walk
- Λευκό Σπήλαιο• 9 min walk
Transport
- ZTH• 17.8km
- Vlachata Gas Station• 30.5km
- Ilias• 64.8km
Localities
- Mikro Nisi• 2.7km
- Corfu• 208.1km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Xigia Sulfur Beach II?
Xigia Sulfur Beach II has a light sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.
What are the key activities at Xigia Sulfur Beach II?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Xigia Sulfur Beach II, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Xigia Sulfur Beach II good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Xigia Sulfur Beach II is partially protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Xigia Sulfur Beach II for swimming is very positive.
Is the Xigia Sulfur Beach II good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Xigia Sulfur Beach II secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. It's not on the main paths, so this place is somewhat hidden. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Xigia Sulfur Beach II?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Xigia Sulfur Beach II.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Magda Canteen is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Xigia Sulfur Beach II?
There are 834 places to stay in the Xigia Sulfur Beach II area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Xigia Sulfur Beach II include:
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How far is the Xigia Sulfur Beach II from parking?
The Xigia Sulfur Beach II has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Xigia Sulfur Beach II?
There are 4 attractions near Xigia Sulfur Beach II that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Xigia Pigadi Beach located in 0 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Xigia Sulfur Beach II?
The month with the highest temperature in Xigia Sulfur Beach II is August. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 14°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Xigia Sulfur Beach II (Zakynthos island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Xigia Sulfur Beach II (Zakynthos island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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