Where to find Avali beach in Lefkada Island, and how to get there

Avali beach is situated near Kalamitsi village, on the west coast of Lefkada Island, approx. 25 kilometers away from the capital. Kalamitsi (Καλαμίτσι) is a mountain village with narrow streets and panoramic views to the area, located 4 kilometers away. The road which leads to Avali beach from Kalamitsi is very narrow and winding, because the route starts in the high mountains, and leads down to sea level.

This road is literally the same which lead to Kavalikefta beach and Megali Petra beach, but before we reach the parking lots, there is a junction to Avali beach, signed by boards. The route until this junction is approx. 3 kilometers away from Kalamitsi, see the photo below.

The road quality is overall usually in poor condition, always drive slowly. On the route while driving to Avali beach from Kalamitsi, travellers can see some beautiful beaches of the west coast, such as Kavalikefta beach, Gaidaros beach, and even Kathisma beach further away.

The small parking lot of Avali beach is situated directly next to the entrance, it can be used for free. Near the beach drivers must be careful, because during summer months a lot of cars park next to the narrow road. From the end of June to September, this area may be crowded by cars, making the local traffic conditions difficulter.

The area of parking lot is small, and fills up quickly during summer months

Visiting Avali beach in Lefkada Island

The entrance of Avali beach is directly at the local beach bar, visitors have to walk through it. This is one of the most beautiful parts here, because of the contrasts of banana palms and the blue Ionian Sea are amazing! A few stairs leads down to the bay, but this path is much easier and shorter than the stairs of Egremni beach, it takes just a minute.

Avali beach is characterized by the extraordinary geographical features of the west coastline of Lefkada Island, lying in the shade of the mountains. This attraction is surrounded by lush vegetation as well, mediterranean pine forests grow on the slopes of hills.

The banana palms of Avali bar add something special to the local atmospheres: Lefkada travel guides define this place often as one of the local hidden gems of the island, which is worth to explore on a Greek holiday.

The seabed of Avali beach is filled primarily by coarse sand and some stones, water shoes are usually not necessary. There are some parts of the beach, where sunbeds and parasols can be rented, but most area of the bay remained unorganized, offering spaces for own beach umbrellas and equipments.

The seabed deepens average here: not shallow as a lagoon, but beachgoers can walk a few meters into the sea without swimming. The wider parts in Avali beach are located in the middle, while the two ends of the bay are slightly abandoned, characterized mostly by some rocks and pebbles. The blue colours of the Ionian Sea are spectacular near the bay, and bring some coolness during hot summer days, especially when the waves are getting higher.

Due to the western location of the beach there are some days during summer months, when the sea waves become stronger. The biggest blue waves of Lefkada Island are beautiful, but during these days some really strong waves can be dangerous for swimming. When the sea is calm, even smaller children can enjoy the local waters, but in the case of significant waves the east coast is much safer for them.

Avali beach bar

At the entrance of the bay Avali bar operates seasonal, from late Spring to end of September. This tiny, but charming coffee bar offer for its guests shaded areas, tables and seats, and of course some meals and refreshments.

In recent years Avali bar became quite popular place in Lefkada Island, during high season months it has a lot of visitors. Due to its location top panoramic views can be seen to the bay, one of the top local photo spots. The prices of meals and drinks are average, compared to other bars of the area.

What to see near Avali beach

This part of Lefkada Island is filled by some amazing travel destination within a few kilometers. On the north side of Avali, literally in walking distance travellers can visit Theotokos beach and Gaidaros beach (Παραλία Γάιδαρος). The small bays of Gaidaros are known as hidden gems, where naturists can find some abadonded and much quiet, remote areas.

The long and extremely popular Kathisma beach is approx. 1,5 kilometers away in the north, from here some cliffs of the bay can be seen. For the parking lots of Kathisma you have to drive back through Kalamitsi village, but on foot it can be accessed from this direction as well.

In south direction, approx. 2,5 kilometers away from Avali beach we can visit Kavalikefta beach and Megali Petra beach, two gems of Lefkada island with picturesque rocks, calm atmospheres and millions shades of blue colours.

Local apartments and studios for stay

The nearest accommodations to Avali beach are situated in Kalamitsi village, approx. 4,5 kilometers away. Behind the bay, near the Ionian Sea there are no such apartments or villas, due to the steep cliffs and mountains, but Kalamitsi offers several apartments and studios for rent. Some of the local apartments have panoramic views to the west coast or to the mountains, to admire the magical sunsets.

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Kalamitsi is a traditional mountain village with narrow streets, one of the best features is its exceptional location on the west coast. In few kilometers from the village there can be visited 5-6 top attractions of Lefkada Island, such as Kavalikefta, Megali Petra, Avali, Gaidaros, Kathisma, Mylos). It worth to know because to height differences, and local distances these beautiful travel destinations of Lefkada Island can be accessed only by car or by bike from Kalamitsi.

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Infos and photos

• Known as: Avali beach, Paralia Avali, Παραλία Αβάλι
• Location: Lefkada 310 80, Greece
• Sea water color: blue, turquoise
• Sand type: coarse sand, small pebbles, rocks
• Depth: normal
• Sea surface: moderate, significant waves arrive at some days
• Crowds: average (in July and in August may be parking difficulties)
• Facilities: parking lot, Avali bar, sunbed rentals
• Accessibility: by cars and by scooters