The apartments and studios in Athani offer relaxing atmospheres for a holiday in Lefkada, far away from the bustling east coast.

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Where to find Athani in Lefkada Island, and how to get there

Athani village is located in the mountains of the west coast in Lefkada Island, approx. 34 kilometers away from the largest town. The distance to other significant villages are the following: Vasiliki is situated approx. 14 kilometers away, Agios Nikitas lies 20 kilometers away, while Nidri is 35 kilometers away.

Most travellers meet Athani when they visit some best beaches of Lefkada, because this is the nearest settlement to Porto Katsiki beach, Egremni beach and Gialos beach. The main road, which leads on the west coast of the island, leads through the central areas of the settlement.

Parking in Athani is quite difficult at some places, because of a narrow and winding roads. In the center most of local parking lots are literally small squares, situated next to the main road, for just a few cars. soem of these parking lots were built next to supermarkets and restaurants, where the road is getting slightly wider. Parking is free everywhere, but some parking lots are reserved for the clients of supermarkets.

What to find in Athani, features and attractions

Athani is one of the most typical mountain settlements in Lefkada Island, where the streets are narrow and winding, and most of the houses were built of stone. The main street, which leads through the settlement is quite narrow, so you have to be very careful while driving.

Most of the local restaurants and small supermarkets can be find easily, because all of these were built next to the main road.

The houses of Athani village were built amphitheatrically on the west hills of Lefkada Island – many buildings are looking to the west coast, in the direction of the endless blue of the Ionian Sea. As most of the mountain villages of the island, Athani is surrounded by lush vegetation: pines, olive groves, grapeyards can be seen everywhere. Next to the roads inhabitants place colorful flowers, bougainvilleas and oleanders in pots, making more friendly the street views.

Best restaurants in Athani are Lefkatas Taverna, Sunset Bella Vista Restaurant, Greco Levante, Avra and Alekos (Ο Αλέκος), which have great reviews from their guests, and can be recommended. Some of these taverns offer great panoramic views to the green hills of west coast, and to the amazing sunsets in Lefkada Island.

We recommend that you always look at as many photos of the accommodation as possible before booking an apartment in Athani, because some streets of the village, which are further away from the main road, are much more narrow and steep. Most of the local streets were designed primarily for pedestrian traffic many decades ago.

The settlement has no such sea exit or own beach, the visitors who stay here have to drive a few kilometers to the nearest beaches.

Sights and attraction in Athani, what to see

The best sights in Athani are the panoramic views to the west coast, and the magical sunsets from the higher spots. The most famous attractions, which are worth to visit in this region, are the amazing beaches of Lefkada Island. These are Porto Katsiki beach (11 km), Egremni beach (5 km) and Gialos beach (3 km), offering exceptional options for beach enthusiasts.

On a holiday don’t miss to travel to the iconic Lighthouse of Lefkada, known as Cape Doukato, approx. 16 kilometers away from the village center. This is an exceptional natural attraction of the island, where steep white cliffs, breathtaking panoramic views, and a traditional Greek lighthouse can be seen.

Athani is a home for bee products, honey and agriculture in Lefkada Island

The region of Athani village is an important agricultural area in Lefkada. Local farmers sell homemade honey products in small wood kiosks, which were built directly next to the main road. Delicious bee products and local honeys are produced in high quality – it’s worth to taste and if you like, to buy. In these small shops you can also buy traditional extra virgin olive oils and homemade wines as well.

Most of these small shops are located at the west main road, so when we drive in the direction of Porto Katsiki beach or Egremni beach, we meet these simple selling spots. In the area there is an another small village, which has old traditions for bee products: this is Dragano, where some of local farmers live.

Studios and apartments in Athani, where to stay near the village

The apartments and studios of Athani in Lefkada Island are primarily recommended for those who prefer calm and quiet villages instead of bustling tourist resorts. A lof of local rooms offer panoramic views to the Ionian Sea, which guarantee magical sunsets and breathtaking panoramas.

Athani village is the nearest place to Porto Katsiki beach and to Egremni beach, which are situated just a few kilometers from here. Keep in mind this settlement is further away from the most local attractions and tourist villages, local buses are rare – a stay here is recommended primarily for bookings when you have a car.

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Photos and other infos

• Known as: Αθάνι
• Location: 310 82 Greece
• Population: 150
• Facilities: apartments and studios for rent, supermarkets, restaurants
• Nearest beaches: Gialos beach (4 km), Egremni beach (7 km), Porto Katsiki beach (10 km)

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