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Coastal villages and Ionian Sea in South East Corfu

Lefkimmi

A Major Southern Town with Local Character and Services

ABOUT

Lefkimmi is part of South East Corfu. One of southern Corfu's main towns, offering shops, services, traditional neighbourhoods and access to the wider south of the island.

Lefkimmi is one of the largest towns in southern Corfu and functions as an important local centre for shops, services and transport. Its neighbourhoods and canal area offer a different experience from the nearby beach resorts.

The town is a useful base for exploring Kavos, the southern beaches and ferry routes from the wider Lefkimmi area. It is particularly well suited to visitors interested in local life, shopping, food & drink, exploring by car and longer stays.

Getting there and practical information

Green Bus B1 links Lefkimmi with Corfu Town and ample street parking is available around the town. The nearby Port of Lefkimmi provides additional ferry connections, making the area an important transport hub for southern Corfu.

At a Glance

BEST FOR
Local Life, Shopping, Food & Drink, Exploring by Car, Longer Stays
ATMOSPHERE
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BEACH
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NIGHTLIFE
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GETTING AROUND
Bus links connect the area with Corfu Town.
CAR
Useful for exploring.
AIRPORT
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LOCATION TYPE
Town

BEACHES

Alykes Lefkimmi Beach

A very shallow sandy shoreline beside the former Lefkimmi salt pans and wetland, best for nature, gentle paddling and quiet coastal walks.

Bouka Beach

A local sandy beach near the mouth of the Lefkimmi river, offering a quieter alternative to Kavos and the larger southern resorts.

Things To Do

Coastal villages and Ionian Sea in South East Corfu

Lefkimmi Old Town and River Walk

Explore southern Corfu’s main town, including its traditional neighbourhoods, churches and distinctive river/canal area.

Coastal villages and Ionian Sea in South East Corfu

Lefkimmi Salt Pans and Wetlands

Explore the open landscape and birdlife around the old salt pans near Lefkimmi.

Coastal villages and Ionian Sea in South East Corfu

Pontiglio Winery Tour and Tasting

Tour a working winery in southern Corfu and taste wines made from local grape varieties.

Coastal villages and Ionian Sea in South East Corfu

Paxos and Antipaxos Cruise from Lefkimmi

Depart from southern Corfu for a shorter approach to Paxos, Antipaxos and the blue caves.

Food & Drink

Agkali Cafe Restaurant

A traditional café-restaurant beside the river in Potami, Lefkimmi.

Restaurant / Taverna

Babel Bakery Potami

Potami branch of Babel Bakery serving bakery products, snacks and coffee in Lefkimmi.

Bakery / Patisserie

Avli Village Moments

All-day cafe in central Lefkimmi offering coffee, breakfast, snacks, pizza and drinks.

Cafe

Royal Cafe

Cafe-bar in Ano Lefkimmi serving coffee, fresh juices, cocktails and ice cream near Saint Arsenios church.

Cafe

Babel Bakery Ano Lefkimmi

Ano Lefkimmi branch of Babel Bakery serving coffee, breakfast, pastries, snacks and sweets.

Bakery / Patisserie

Petrakis BeachBar - Restaurant

Long-established waterfront restaurant at Alykes Lefkimmi serving Greek dishes, fresh fish and seafood with sunset views.

Restaurant / Taverna

Where to Stay

Alexandra Apartments Lefkimmi

Family-run apartments and studios near Lefkimmi, with self-catering accommodation set in a peaceful garden just in front of the sandy beach.

Hotel / Apartments

Classic House

Classic House is a holiday home in Lefkimmi, included in the Corfu & Beyond Where to Stay directory.

Hotel / Apartments

Gaia Modern House Apartment

Gaia Modern House Apartment is a holiday apartment in Lefkimmi, included in the Corfu & Beyond Where to Stay directory.

Hotel / Apartments

Petrakis Beach

Petrakis Beach is a holiday accommodation in Lefkimmi, included in the Corfu & Beyond Where to Stay directory.

Hotel / Apartments

Mary'S Country House

Mary'S Country House is a holiday home in Lefkimmi, included in the Corfu & Beyond Where to Stay directory.

Hotel / Apartments

George's Studios with Garden

George's Studios with Garden is self-catering accommodation in the St Peters area between Lefkimmi and Kavos, South East Corfu, with kitchenettes, garden space and free parking.

Hotel / Apartments

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