Apraós–Kalamaki Beach forms the coastline of the open bay of Apraós on Corfu’s northeastern coast. It is used primarily for swimming; the coast is also suitable as an anchorage for small boats. These are two distinct uses of the same coastline: the beach is mainly a swimming destination, while its suitability as an anchorage applies to small boats. If you are considering Apraos, you can use this clear connection to the water as a starting point for planning your trip.

Beach, Getting There and Accommodation

Apraós–Kalamaki Beach can be reached via the local road network only by private transport. Take this into account when planning your trip and check in advance which private transport option suits your plans. If you are looking for a hotel in Apraos, compare the specific location of the property with your planned route.

Corfu as a Cultural Horizon

The broader destination of Corfu adds its own cultural focus to the coastline. Corfu Old Town has preserved almost all of its historic urban fabric; its buildings date from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. Together with its two fortresses, the Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Museum of Asian Art in the Old Town houses more than 11,000 objects from China, Japan, India, the Himalayas and Central Asia. The historic cityscape and the collection’s diverse origins offer different ways to explore Corfu’s culture.

The history of individual objects also spans long periods. The Gorgon Medusa pediment from the great Temple of Artemis was created in 585 BC and excavated near the Aghioi Theodoroi Monastery in 1911. Its creation and excavation mark two distinct stages in its history.

The Kapodistrias Museum offers another perspective on Corfu. Its permanent exhibition explores the history of Corfu, Europe and Greece through the life of Greece’s first governor, using significant artefacts and documents. The lush garden on the hill by the museum offers views of Corfu’s landscape and across the island. From Corfu Port, the Museum of Asian Art can be reached on bus route 2, which runs between Mantouki and Kanoni; check the timetable before travelling.

Hiking Trails and Events in Corfu

Corfu offers different scales of hiking routes. In the municipal unit of Achilleion, ancient paths wind through the wooded mountains of Agii Deka, Stavros and Garouna and are suitable for hiking. The 180-kilometre Corfu Trail passes through several settlements; Benitses is one of its 13 daily stages. Thus, the named mountain paths in Achilleion and the longer island route are presented as distinct options.

Numerous festivals, local celebrations and cultural events organised by the municipality take place in the villages of the municipal unit of Achilleion; the individual programmes vary. If you would like to plan around one of these events, check the dates for your travel period. The Achilleion Summer Palace is another cultural attraction on Corfu: it was built in Gastouri in 1892 in the Pompeian style.

Discover more destinations: Agios Mattheos, Kentroma, Dafnata, Anapaftiria, Achilleio, Kokkini Parelia, Othoni, Agios Gordios.

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