Paralia Porto Katsiki is a beach located in Lefkada, Greece that is well-known among tourists. Its name is derived from its history as a grazing spot for goats, hence "Port of the goats". The beach is composed of a combination of sand and pebbles.
The waters are typically calm, but can become choppy in the afternoon due to wind. The limestone cliffs surrounding the beach give the water a beautiful blue color. However, the cliffs also reduce visibility for snorkeling.
The best time to visit is in late May or early June, or in September-October. The beach can be accessed by land or sea, with a steep staircase as the land option.
There is limited infrastructure on the beach and no lifeguards, but nearby villages offer accommodation options. In 2015, an earthquake damaged the beach, but amenities such as toilets and loungers are still available.
Additionally, there are restaurants on the beach, and dogs are permitted. A parking area is also available nearby.
Paralia Porto Katsiki amenities include parking, toilet and loungers.
You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.
Visitor reviews highlight the breathtaking and amazing turquoise water of the beach. Visitors enjoy being able to order food and drinks on the beach, but complain about the expensive 10 euro parking. Some visitors also mention that facilities are limited and the beach can get crowded.
If you’re planning a trip to Paralia Porto Katsiki, consider staying in the nearby village of Athani, which offers charming accommodations and easy access to the beach. Most visitors also explore the vibrant town of Lefkada, located a bit further away, to enjoy its lively atmosphere and additional amenities.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 38.6011744 / Longitude: 20.5503374
Paralia Porto Katsiki is located in Lefkada. The following map of Paralia Porto Katsiki shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 11.9°C/14.6°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 12.7°C |
| Sea Temperature | 16.0 °C |
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| Wave Height | 2.9 m |
| Rain Chance | 100% |
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| Rainfall | 8.7 mm |
| Rain Duration | 15 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 07:30/18:12 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 3.1 hrs |
| UV Index | 2.6 |
| Cloud Cover | 90% |
| Speed | 23.3 km/h |
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| Gusts | 49.7 km/h |
| Direction | W |
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