Porto Katsiki (Lefkada)
South-west coast of Lefkada, near Athani (70 km / about 1 hour 25 minutes from Preveza)
One of Greece's best-known beaches, at the foot of a pale cliff on Lefkada's south-west coast, reached by steps from the cliff-top car park or by boat. 1 hour 25 minutes from Preveza.
About Porto Katsiki (Lefkada)
Porto Katsiki lies at the foot of a tall, pale cliff on the south-west coast of Lefkada, near the cape of Lefkatas and the village of Athani, 35 km from Lefkada town and about 70 km (1 hour 25 minutes) from Preveza. Its name means "goat port": it is said that only goats could once reach it.
The beach is of stones and the water is deep: it drops away fast inside the bay, and beyond the headlands the sea reaches 350 m. It became known in the mid-1990s, once a modern road reached the area, and it is now one of the most famous beaches in Greece. The strong earthquake of November 2015 damaged it in part; geologists expected it to restore itself over time.
There are car parks and canteens at the top of the cliff, and a stairway leads down to the beach. There is nowhere to stay and camping is not allowed. In summer, boats bring visitors from Nydri and Vasiliki.
Good to know
- The canteens are at the top of the cliff, by the car parks.
- In summer you can also come by boat from Nydri or Vasiliki.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Porto Katsiki from Preveza?
About 70 km by road, roughly 1 hour 25 minutes from Preveza town centre, across to Lefkada and down to the south-west coast.
How do you get down to Porto Katsiki beach?
By the stairway from the car park at the top of the cliff. In summer, boats from Nydri and Vasiliki also bring visitors.
Is there anything at Porto Katsiki?
There are car parks and canteens at the top. There is nowhere to stay and camping is not allowed.
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