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Paralia Dexa Beach, Ithaca

Paralia Dexa beach, Ithaca, Greece
Paralia Dexa — Евгений Лыков, CC BY-SA 3.0

See practical info for Paralia Dexa in Ithaca, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.

Where tradition says Odysseus landed

By tradition, this is where Odysseus landed on his return to Ithaca; the name ("Dexa") refers to the right side of Vathy’s harbour. It is the easiest beach, right beside Vathy, just off the road.

It is not sandy: coarse sand, pebbles and stones, in a narrow strip.

Region
Ithaca, Greece
Beach type
Pebbles
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
38.37079, 20.70272

About this beach

Paralia Dexa is oriented towards the north, so it usually has natural cover from north-easterly, 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 Dexa has pebbles underfoot with water that deepens close to shore.

For amenities, Paralia Dexa has an organised beach, a beach bar, sunbeds, natural shade, parking nearby and food nearby.

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