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Eglina beach
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Eglina beach is located on the Ionian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 152th place out of 503 beaches in the Ioanian Islands region 173.7 km away from its center, the city of Corfu. It is one of the beaches of Minia settlement, just 1.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a small bay with green pure water and brown sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
A significant part of the beach is occupied by beach clubs with limited access The beach facilities are only available to visitors of resort area. Their list includes, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
10 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Ammes beach, which has a rating of 8.7.
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Eglina beach is located in Ioanian Islands within Minia, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Kefalonia island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"This beach is absolutely amazing, tucked away in a peaceful and private cove. The weather was warm and tranquil, making it an ideal day for swimming and snorkeling around the rocky areas where you can spot a diverse range of fish. Plus, there's a taverna right on the beach for your convenience."
Sylverman
"The beach is peaceful and serene, and Anja, who manages the kiosk, is a delightful person. Additionally, the beach is welcoming to dogs."
Kefalos Taxi
User reviews
"This beach is absolutely amazing, tucked away in a peaceful and private cove. The weather was warm and tranquil, making it an ideal day for swimming and snorkeling around the rocky areas where you can spot a diverse range of fish. Plus, there's a taverna right on the beach for your convenience."
Sylverman
"The beach is peaceful and serene, and Anja, who manages the kiosk, is a delightful person. Additionally, the beach is welcoming to dogs."
Kefalos Taxi
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What to do in Eglina beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Eglina beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Belmar Beach Bar• 5 min walk
- On Time Coffe & More• 18 min walk
- Grecale Greek & Ital...• 18 min walk
- Drosia Restaurant• 19 min walk
Attractions
- Tourkopodaro Beach• 2.9km
- Fishing Tourism Kefa...• 3.3km
- UNDERSEA EXPLORER• 3.3km
- "DIAS" Apiary• 3.5km
Transport
- EFL• 13 min walk
- Ktel Bus Station• 5.3km
- Ilias• 96.8km
Localities
- Minia• 1.2km
- Corfu• 173.7km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Eglina beach?
The coastline of Eglina beach is covered with brown sand. It's relatively clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water near the beach is clean and almost blue in sunny weather. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Eglina beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Eglina beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Eglina beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Surfing
Is the Eglina beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Eglina beach is partially protected from waves.
Is the Eglina beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. The beach is completely occupied by a resort area with a paid entrance, which has all the infrastructure. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Eglina beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of Eglina beach?
Eglina beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Eglina beach?
The bar is located right on the Eglina beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Belmar Beach Bar is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Eglina beach?
There are 1291 places to stay in the Eglina beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Eglina beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Eglina beach from parking?
The Eglina beach 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 Eglina beach?
There are 4 attractions near Eglina beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Tourkopodaro Beach located in 2.9 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Eglina beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Eglina beach is August. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 13°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Eglina beach (Kefalonia island) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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