West Coast Legends: Porto Katsiki, Egremni & Cape Lefkata
The three cliff-backed beaches that put Lefkada on the map — plus the lighthouse where myth says Sappho leapt.
Full dayBased from: From Nydri, allow about 1 hour each way
Lefkada's most photographed coastline in a single day. Go early to beat the crowds and the afternoon wind, bring water and shade (these beaches have little to no service), and on the way back stretch the drive out to Cape Lefkata — a short detour that rewards you with white cliffs plunging into the open Ionian.
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Pick one or more of these beaches
Porto Katsiki
The icon: descend the steps early, the light is best before noon.
Egremni Beach
Long wild strand below the cliffs; quieter than Katsiki — check current access.
Gialos Beach
Optional detourWide, easy-access sand if you want one more swim without the steep steps.
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