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Ayios Nikitas
Kathisma Beach
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About
Kathisma Beach is located on the Ionian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 14th place out of 503 beaches in the Ioanian Islands region 110.9 km away from its center, the city of Corfu. It is one of the beaches of Agios Nikitas settlement, just 1.6 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and light fine pebble, 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 partially crowded during the high season. Please note that the area nearby is possible for wild camping.
Kathisma Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
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. Large parking spot is located directly on the beach.
6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Pefkoulia Beach, which has a rating of 8.
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Agios Nikitas, Peloponnese, Western Greece, Ionian, Ioanian Islands
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Kathisma Beach (Ioanian Islands) is located outside the Agios Nikitas 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 Lefkada 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 Kathisma Beach 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
"In my humble opinion, the beach we visited in Lefkada on our trip was unparalleled. The ease of access and ample free parking made it a breeze to get there. The beach itself was expansive, with plenty of room for even the largest crowds to spread out comfortably. The water was stunningly clear, with big waves that made for an exhilarating experience. However, it's worth noti..."
Mateusz Kowalczyk
"The beach is an exquisite location with pristine, clear turquoise waters. The ocean floor is covered in pebbles, so wearing water shoes is a must. The beach is spacious, providing ample room for visitors to rent sunbeds or bring their own umbrella and sunbeds. Parking is available, but some spots require a fee. The road leading to the beach is decent, starting out wide and g..."
Zara Karamanli
User reviews
"In my humble opinion, the beach we visited in Lefkada on our trip was unparalleled. The ease of access and ample free parking made it a breeze to get there. The beach itself was expansive, with plenty of room for even the largest crowds to spread out comfortably. The water was stunningly clear, with big waves that made for an exhilarating experience. However, it's worth noti..."
Mateusz Kowalczyk
"The beach is an exquisite location with pristine, clear turquoise waters. The ocean floor is covered in pebbles, so wearing water shoes is a must. The beach is spacious, providing ample room for visitors to rent sunbeds or bring their own umbrella and sunbeds. Parking is available, but some spots require a fee. The road leading to the beach is decent, starting out wide and g..."
Zara Karamanli
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.8 (Good)
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Perigiali 0.8 km
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Nydri 0.3 km
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Ponti 0.8 km
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Barko 1.6 km
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Barko 1.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Gray fine pebble
Mikros Gialos 0 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque
Agios Nikolaos Niras 2.5 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access
Vasiliki 2.5 km
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Kondarena 3 km
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Agios Nikolaos Niras 1.2 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Areia Club Restauran...• 2 min walk
- Copla Lefkada• 2 min walk
- Monato• 2 min walk
- Soul Beach Bar• 3 min walk
Attractions
- Maximos Beach• 10 min walk
- Milos Hidden Beach• 25 min walk
- Πηγάδια Δρυμώνα• 29 min walk
- Μουσείο Καρυάς Λευκά...• 4.4km
Transport
- PVK• 21.9km
- Sami Bus Station• 58.3km
- Primasol Ionian Sun• 99.1km
Localities
- Agios Nikitas• 1.6km
- Corfu• 110.9km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Kathisma Beach?
The Kathisma Beach is covered with light small pebbles. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is convenient from small pebbles.
What are the key activities at Kathisma Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Kathisma Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Kathisma Beach 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. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Kathisma Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay.
Is the Kathisma Beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with small pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Kathisma Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
What are the key audiences of Kathisma Beach?
Kathisma Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Wild camping lovers
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Kathisma Beach?
The bar is located right on the Kathisma Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Areia Club Restaurant is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Kathisma Beach?
There are 1199 places to stay in the Kathisma Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Kathisma Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Kathisma Beach from parking?
The Kathisma Beach has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Kathisma Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Kathisma Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Maximos Beach located in 0.7 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Kathisma Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Kathisma 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?
Kathisma Beach (Lefkada 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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