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South Kefalonia holidays
Spartia & Lourdas - Transfer time 20 - 45 minutes
The southern coastline of Kefalonia boasts a string of safe sandy beaches, good views to Zakynthos, and the fabulous backdrop of Mount Aenos (at 1628m the highest peak in the Ionian). The area is understandably popular with couples and families alike, although development is rather scattered (there are no big hotels or large resorts here).
Spartia is an authentically sleepy whitewashed village on the hillside above the sea. Although only 15 kms from Argostoli, and just 10-12 kms from the airport and organised resort area of Lassi, Spartia has remained traditional and untouristic and feels very much off the beaten track. Close to its small square is a wholesome local taverna and two mini-markets.
Holidays In South Kefalonia
Lush countryside all around makes Spartia good walking territory. Down by the sea (a mile via twisting country lane) is Spartia’s fishing jetty, flanked by a small sandy beach to each side – the sea here is good for children as the sand shelves very gently into clear warm water.
Lourdas, halfway along the south coast, has a long white-sand beach (with some shingle outcrops) which stretches for the best part of a kilometre and shelves gently into the bluest of seas. Sunbeds can be rented, and some half-dozen tavernas and a mini-market are dotted along its length.
A stiff ten minute walk up the hill is the original village of Lourdata. It’s an attractive little place, with a traditional plane-shaded square, three tavernas and a small shop or two.
For much of the year Lourdas is very laidback and quiet. Not surprisingly it is popular with locals and can be busy during the day over long weekends and in the peak season. Recommended for a relaxed stay near an excellent beach, with some good local tavernas close to hand.
Both of our selected areas are, with a car, well placed for further exploration of the south. There are plenty of other good beaches and small inland villages in either direction, culminating in the larger seaside village of Skala almost at the south-eastern tip (the nearest thing there is to a ‘resort’ here), a 20-30 minute drive away. About the same journey time in the other direction is the attractive island capital of Argostoli.
