Agios Nikolaos Bay at Aktio-Vonitsa
Exploring Aktio–Vonitsa Sailing Holidays area
Sailing Tip
Anchorage Almost in the middle of the bay, 1.2 miles S of cape Paliokoúla, an elliptical area is formed, 0.5 miles wide and 1.2 miles long, with depths of 6–8 m. It is a good anchorage, on a good holding ground of mud. The main entry to the vicinity is the channel formed between the reefs extending up to about 600 m S of low rocks Achilléos (38°53’.0 N – 20°45’.3 E) and the above- and below-water rocks lying S, which extend NE of islet Ágios Nikólaos for about 0.6 miles. The channel has a width of less than 0.2 miles and depths of 3.5–5.5 m along its axis. Only shallow-draught vessels can approach the vicinity.
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Navigational Aids
Bavaria Cruiser 36 (3Cab) Econom
Palairos is a small and relatively shallow harbor in the Greek mainland, some nine miles by sea, east of the south end of the Lefkada canal. It also lies barely a mile north of the harbor and the Vounaki marina, the main sun sail charter base in this part of Greece.
Small harbor Koronisías, open S, with an entrance opening of 30 m and depths of 1.5 m at its axis, is formed about 2 miles ESE of cape Salaóras.
Harbor Vónitsas is formed in front of the small town Vónitsa (population 4,100). Its coasts are quayed and have depths of less than 2 m near them.
Dimossari waterfalls located on the outskirts of Nydri. The area of the waterfall is covered by big white rocks.
Dimossari canyon is 2 km away from Nydri village . The area is ideal for canyoning especially in the summer because the waterfalls and the thick forest keep the temperature low.
Lefkas marina, is one of the most modern marinas of the Mediterranean. It is located at the east side of the Lefkada town and 25Km from the Preveza/Aktion International Airport (IATA: PVK).
Nydrí is a seaside village (population 865) in the prefecture of Lefkáda. It is situated in the E part of the island and it is the best-known and most popular tourist resort of the island.
The Amvrakikos Gulf is located in the northwestern part of the Greek mainland and communicates with the Ionian Sea only by a narrow strip of water about half a mile. With its stunning view over the wetlands from nearby St.
The Ecclesiastic Museum of Faneromeni Monastery is located in the village of Fryni, just 4 km from the town of Lefkada. The museum houses many objects of ecclesiastic art.
The Phonograph Museum is a small private museum, located near the old city of Lefkada. It hosts phonographs, records, rare objects of use, currency and post cards, instruments, boxes, seals and many other decorative items.
The Archaeological Museum of Lefkada is housed in the newly constructed building of the cultural center of Lefkada, in the center of the town. This museum has a rich collection of many things which cover a large chronological period.
The Monastery of Panagia Faneromeni or Moni Faneromeni is the most important religious centre on the island of Lefkada. Situated in Frini, on the hilltop above Lefkas Town, this monastery offers a breathtaking view to the capital village, the northern side of the island and the opposite coasts of the mainland.
The Palairos Yacht Club is located next to the marina and has its own private beach. With comfortable chairs under the shade and tasteful dishes and drinks in reasonable prices, the Club is a great choice.
Agios Ioannis is a famous, sandy beach on the west side of the island and the closest one to the town of Lefkada. There are many old windmills creating a unique landscape.
Kathisma is arguably one of the most beautiful beaches of Lefkada located 15 km southeast of the main town, close to the village of Agios Nikitas.
One of the longest beaches of Lefkada with fine white sand and sparkling waters of amazing turquoise color.
The Agios Nikitas is a small beautiful beach with clear water in front of the village. It is 12km at the northwest of the city of Lefkada.
Mylos is wonderful beach located 14 km southwest of Lefkada town, between the coasts of Agios Nikitas and Kathisma. Mylos is characterized by its unsppoilt environment and beautiful features.
Pefkoulia is an impressive large sandy beach located 10 km southwest of Lefkada town ad close to the fishing village of Agios Nikitas. Considered as one of the best beaches of the island, the sea at Pefkoulia has a wonderful turquoise color that attracts many visitors.
Great sandy beach near the settlement of Agios Nicholas. It is organized and because the village is right next to make sure you have the essentials.
Organized with a small pebble beach, 7 km long, located near the town of Lefkada just above the beach of Agios Ioannis. The few houses and the ruins of abandoned windmills create a unique beauty.
Kastro Beach is located on the north-eastern side of the island. It is quite near to Lefkada Town (about 2 min.
Follow the beach Monolithi, a favorite resort of Ioannina (many here have their summer homes). The beach extends several kilometers along the homonymous scenic forest, deep water with big waves in the afternoon that give an ocean feeling.
It took its name from a small chapel there. A peninsula creates two beaches with sand and little pebbles.
Endless beaches along the scenic forest. The smell of the sea is joined here with the scent of eucalyptus.
Located approximately 7 km away from the town of Preveza. Small, sheltered sandy beach, hosted by the picturesque neighborhood of Mytikas.
Large, sandy beach, close enough to the town of Preveza, about 5 km Shortly after the Cote d'Azur, Kalamitsi offers wonderful addition to the shade of eucalyptus trees, a beach. Aimed at tourists, but is also ideal for families as the water is clean and fairly shallow.
From Agios Nikitas is Kavalikema beach at a distance of about 10 km from the village Kalamitsi to the beach, the road is narrow with many bends. Walking down the narrow paved road reaches a point where the road splits in two.
From Agios Nikitas is about 10 km from the village Kalamitsi to the beach, the road is narrow with many turns. Walking down the narrow paved road reaches a point where the road splits in two.
"Megali Petra is another beach not to be missed while on Lefkada. Located at the western part of the island, very near to Kalamitsi beach, Megali Petra has been named after the huge rocks that are scattered on its waterfront, meaning ""great rocks"" in Greek.
Located near the village of New Kamarina. Small pebbles, sand and trees that reach almost to the sea create the scene.
Located close to the Diaspora (houses of residence) of the Base of Actium. Ask the city because there may be a boat that takes you.
This is a beach with clear blue waters, a few scattered rocks become wild like little touches right and left. Small pebbles and sand.
Small isolated beach on the other side of the peninsula lies the coast fern. Small pebbles and sand in a sea that enchants.
Exotic secluded beach with clear blue waters. Inside and outside the sea will find pebbles and sand.
Located 6 km east of Preveza. Beautiful beach, near the homonymous castle, ideal for underwater exploration and scuba diving.
Exotic beach with crystal-clear waters and small pebbles and sand. It is non organized so make sure about the essentials.
Nidri is a coastal village on the east of Lefkada's most developed tourist. The beach at Nidri is a quiet pebble beach ideal for family holidays.
This is a village with a special interest to tourists as it has the longest usable beach Acarnania pebble and sand. Paleros attracts mostly western European tourists.
Lygia beach is located on the edge of the harbor. This picturesque beach is preferred by locals for fishing as the plethora of small fishing boats attests.
Nikiana is located 10 km north of Lefkada town. It is a small sandy beach, with attractive characteristics.
The island of Lefkada is famous for the perfect weather conditions for windsurfing and kite surfing. Indeed, the thermal winds that are blowing during the summer afternoons in some areas of the island make those places ideal for those water sports.
Have you ever dreamed that you can fly? Then paragliding is for you. Enjoy the spectacular views of the Ionian sea and land safely at Kathisma beach in Lefkada.
The quiet village of Perigiali is situated 17 km from Lefkas town and is just opposite of the famous Scorpios Island of Onassis. Perigiali lies just 700 m.
The coast of the city with unparalleled aesthetic beauty of the forest, sheltered, shallow, attracts visitors young and old alike carefree and safe to play with the blue waters. Located about 2 km from the city.