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Coastline and landscape of North Corfu Greece

New Perithia

A Northern Village between Coast and Mountain

ABOUT

New Perithia is a lived-in northern village in the wider Perithia area, positioned between the coast and the mountain landscape. It provides a useful base for exploring both the north-eastern beaches and inland attractions.

Old Perithia and the Mount Pantokrator area are natural nearby destinations, while the coast around Almyros and Acharavi is also accessible.

The lower village, not the historic mountain site

New Perithia should be distinguished from Old Perithia when planning a visit or booking accommodation. The historic stone settlement beneath Pantokrator is a separate destination. Check which place a map pin, bus stop or property description means before organising the day.

A practical northern itinerary

A stay here can be considered alongside trips to the north coast and surrounding countryside, but choose based on the actual address and everyday journeys. Ask about the nearest shops, evening meals and route to the shore. If the aim is to visit Old Perithia, plan the onward transfer and return independently; a route listing to Perithia does not establish a service to the mountain village. For a short stop, keep expectations focused on the present-day village rather than the landmarks of its historic namesake.

Getting around, beaches and evenings

Bus links connect the area with Corfu Town.

Explore with our local guides

Beach guides: Agios Spyridon Beach (Perithia); Gialiskari Beach (Perithia); Kalamaki Beach (Apraos).

Ideas for your visit: North Corfu Horses. Check the individual guide for the route and visiting details.

At a Glance

BEST FOR
Traditional Villages, Exploring by Car, Walking, Nature
ATMOSPHERE
Traditional and unhurried.
BEACH
Village base for separate north-coast beach trips; distinguish it from Old Perithia in the mountains.
NIGHTLIFE
Information not currently available
GETTING AROUND
Bus links connect the area with Corfu Town.
CAR
Useful for exploring.
AIRPORT
Approx. 42 km
LOCATION TYPE
Village

BEACHES

Agios Spyridon Beach (Perithia)

A sandy family beach beside the Antinioti wetland, known for very shallow water and a partly organised shoreline.

Kalamaki Beach (Apraos)

A wide sandy beach between Acharavi and Kassiopi, famous for exceptionally shallow water that stays ankle- to waist-deep far offshore.

Gialiskari Beach (Perithia)

A quiet coarse-sand beach beside the Antinioti wetland, with very shallow water and little tourist infrastructure.

Syki Beach

A small pebble beach on the north-east-facing coast between Apraos and Kassiopi, valued for clear water and a quieter atmosphere.

Things To Do

Coastline and landscape of North Corfu Greece

North Corfu Horses

Guided horse riding experiences from Agios Spyridon, including morning and sunset rides, horse trekking, private rides and a swim-riding adventure.

Food & Drink

Where to Stay

Laguna Holiday Resort

Laguna Holiday Resort is a family resort at Agios Spyridon in the Perithia area of North Corfu.

Resort Hotel

Mareblue Beach

Mareblue Beach is a resort at St Spyridon Bay in the Perithia area of North Corfu, between Kassiopi and Acharavi.

All-Inclusive Resort

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