Calm atmospheres and emerald waters are awating for you at Amousa beach, in the southeastern side of Lefkada.
Amousa beach (or Amouso) is fully equipped with sunbeds and barasols, with some taverns in the background. The small bay is surrounded by grey rocks and lush vegetation, showing to the visitors nice views to the area. The seabed is filled primarily with white pebbles and stones, which make Amousa beach especially great for snorkeling in Lefkada. Small fishes and sea creatures are living in these waters, so don’t forget your diving mask and pipe! Ionian Sea is usually calm here, Amousa is very well protected from the waves do to its natural breakwaters.
The beach is also good for swimming, even if the west coast of Lefkada is characterized by big waves sometimes.
In the background of Amousa beach there is a small parking place for cars. The quality of the narrow and windig road that leads here is varied, with some holes in the asphalt. Amousa is located not far from Vasiliki village, road signs show the way to the beach.
In the area you can find some other great beaches like Afteli beach, Mikros Gialos, or Agiofili beach,
If you need a little silence after some overcrowded and bustling beaches of Lefkada, take a look to the tiny Amousa beach!
Guide to Amousa beach (Amoussa, Amouso)
Coordinates: 38.602516, 20.626462
10 km from Vasiliki village
Sea water color: blue, green
Sand type: pebbles, rocks
Depth: normal
Sea surface: usually calm
Crowds: normal
Facilities: parking for cars, tavern / beach bar, parasols and sunbeds for rent
Other Information: –
Accessibility: paved road, by car
+ Pros
- tiny and quiet bay;
- well organized;
- good for snorkeling;
– Cons
- water shoe maybe needed due its pebbles;
Recommended accomodations in the area
Amarandos Villas (up to 5 guests)
Villa Alma (up to 6 guests)
Villa Yana (up to 14 guests)
Zidanos Luxurious Villa (up to 6 guests)
Amoussa beach on map