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Can you swim in Corfu beaches?

Corfu Town beaches are not too many but there are still excellent swimming spots if you know where to look at.



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With clean water and surrounded by lush greenery, beaches in Corfu Greece attract many visitors every summer. Both organized and pristine beaches are part of the island's coastline.

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1. Get water shoes. I mention the need for water shoes in my Corfu beaches blog post because they are a must-have. I really wish I had gotten some before our trip because the rocks on the beach and the sea urchins in the water are not ideal to navigate with bare feet.

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Although tap water is safe in Corfu, bottled water tastes much better! Drugs are not tolerated. Possession of even small quantities can result in lengthy imprisonment and large fines.

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The cleanliness and tranquility of Arillas Beach, along with its calm, serene waters also make it a great place to start your adventure when visiting the nudist beaches of Corfu. The naturist section of the beach can easily be found by turning right once you have arrived at the beach.

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Of course, nationally things have been updated since then, but generally, pipes remain too narrow to handle any non-human waste. The biggest thing is to note is simply this: don't flush toilet paper down the loo. You will find there are bins to the side of the toilet where you can dispose of your tissue instead.

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Avlaki beach Description: a gorgeous pebbly bay with crystal clear waters offering some of the best swimming anywhere on Corfu. It is child-friendly and relatively unfrequented by tourists and peaceful (though it is popular with the locals at the weekends).

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Best beaches in Corfu
  1. Dassia Bay, east coast. The east coast of Corfu — with its lovely, green backdrop — has some of the isle's most popular beaches. ...
  2. Kontokali, east coast. ...
  3. Barbati, east coast. ...
  4. Paleokastritsa, west coast. ...
  5. Rovinia, west coast. ...
  6. Sidari, north coast. ...
  7. Glyfada, west coast. ...
  8. Issos, south coast.


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Glyfada (Corfu) water temperatures peak in the range 25 to 27°C (77 to 81°F) on around the 14th of August and are at their lowest on about the 20th of February, in the range 14 to 15°C (57 to 59°F). Year round warm water temperatures at Glyfada (Corfu) climb to their maximum in mid August.

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Glyfada (Corfu) water temperatures peak in the range 25 to 27°C (77 to 81°F) on around the 14th of August and are at their lowest on about the 20th of February, in the range 14 to 15°C (57 to 59°F). Year round warm water temperatures at Glyfada (Corfu) climb to their maximum in mid August.

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For the most part, the beaches of Greece are safe. Shark attacks are unheard of, and tides are barely perceptible throughout the country (with few exceptions). But, perhaps it's this perception of being in a very safe place that leads to swimmer's getting in trouble.

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Old Fortress Corfu After exploring inside the Fort, finish on the eastern side. Next to the Corfu sailing club you will find a little secluded spot to swim. It has nice clear waters and a view of the island Vidos.

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This Little-Known Greek Island Has Gorgeous Scenery And Crystal-Clear Water. The island of Kefalonia, west of mainland Greece, may not be a household name like Santorini or Mykonos — but that's exactly why you should consider visiting.

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Best beaches in Corfu These include Sidari, Paleokastritsa, Glyfada, Acharavi, and Kassiopi. To the south, there are stretches of beach in Benitses and Kavos, which is one of the most popular party towns in Corfu.

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The biggest thing is to note is simply this: don't flush toilet paper down the loo. You will find there are bins to the side of the toilet where you can dispose of your tissue instead. The bins tend to have lids and foot pedals and are emptied at least once daily, so it's not as gruesome as it sounds.

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A lined pedal bin is supplied in each Apartment's Bathroom for guests to place their Toilet paper. It is changed daily and is quite the normal thing for the locals to deal with. - - - Don't feel any embarrassment over this practice – it's normal working over in Corfu.

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Shorts. It is acceptable to wear shorts, whether you are a woman or a man. However, NEVER (and I do mean NEVER) wear shorts if you want to visit a church or monastery. Also, if you plan to do a walking tour of Athens, ditch the shorts and opt for a dress – if you are a woman – or a pair of long pants – if you are a man ...

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The best way to get around Corfu is by bus or on foot. Renting a car is also an option if you're itching to explore the island and want more flexiblility. If you just plan on lounging by the beach your whole vacation or are staying central to Corfu Town, your own two feet should suffice.

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