Almiros Beach - Corfu island - Greece

Situated on the northern coast of Corfu, Almiros & Acharavi are growing resort with an 8km long sandy beach joining it to Roda. It is ideal for families since the beach, gently shelving into the sea, is very safe for children. There are a variety of water sports on offer including fun-rides, windsurfing and pedaloes, as well as water-skiing and para-gliding. There are villas and apartments to rent and couple of small hotels. There is a good selection of tavernas and restaurants at Almiros beach.


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Beach location: Signposted from the northern Corfu coastal route between Roda and Kassiopi. You access Almiros via a winding road leading through sand dunes to the beach which, itself, consists of a massive, wild, untamed area with the benefit of some facilities.
Disabled access: Wheelchair accessible at certain points. Deep shingle can be hard going.
Car parking: Park at the roadside or in the sand dune area.
Food outlets/restaurants: Several snackeries spread out along Almiros beach.
Sand/pebbles/shingle: Shingle and hard-packed sand extending beyond the waterline. Sunbeds/umbrellas: No. Showers: No. Safe for children: This is an open sea environment. A massive, rugged beach where children can easily get «misplaced». Limited facilities but, otherwise, good under supervision. Watersports: No. Main users: Locals, tourists «in the know» and those who enjoy sea fishing. Well cared for: Litter bins courtesy of the local council, the rest is down to nature!
Mooring for boats: No. Next to quayside/harbour: No. Storm drains/outlets into sea: No.
Natural shady areas: No. Sand dunes provide a tiny respite from the sun but, substantially, the beach is exposed. Any other facilities: Rooms to let close by. Distance to main resorts: 5 km. to Roda, 10 km. to Kassiopi and 45km to Corfu town. Public transport: No. Independent transport required.
Blue Flag: Yes. A wild, natural beach with subtle husbandry.