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Paralia Bouka Beach, Corfu
See practical info for Paralia Bouka in Corfu, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.
At the mouth of the Lefkimmi canal
Bouka beach, also known as Melikia, lies in southern Corfu at Lefkimmi, where the canal-river of Lefkimmi meets the sea. The word 'bouka' itself means the mouth, the opening of the river to the open sea, a term of Italian-Venetian origin.
The sandy strand runs south from the river's mouth for about 1.4 km, with a sandy seabed and a gentle slope. Behind it spreads dense, tall vegetation, and the surrounding coast remains largely undeveloped and natural. Lefkimmi, the island's second-largest town, is known for its navigable canal, which ends here at Bouka.
The northern part, near the mouth, is organized, with sunbeds, umbrellas, showers, toilets, a taverna and water sports. Access is by car from Lefkimmi, with free parking near the beach.
- Region
- Corfu, Greece
- Beach type
- Sandy
- Access
- Easy road access
- Coordinates
- 39.43452, 20.08678
- Organized beach
- Sunbeds
- Parking
- Food nearby
- Family friendly
About this beach
The bay at Paralia Bouka opens to the north-east, so it usually has natural cover from northerly, north-westerly and westerly winds. Orientation only reflects which way the coast faces, not confirmed shelter, so check wind and waves in the app before you go.
Paralia Bouka has sand underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water — handy for families with young children.
For amenities, Paralia Bouka has an organised beach, sunbeds, parking nearby and food nearby.
Open the app for live recommendation score, wind exposure, waves, best time of day and nearby alternatives.
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