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Makrys Gialos Beach, Kefalonia

Makrys Gialos beach, Kefalonia, Greece
Makrys Gialos — Sztudva Gyöngyi, CC BY-SA 3.0

See practical info for Makrys Gialos in Kefalonia, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.

The long sandy shore of Lassi

Makris Gialos stretches along the Lassi area, a few kilometres south of Argostoli, on the western coast of Kefalonia. Its name, which literally means 'the long shore', describes the extended strip of fine sand that gives the beach its character.

It is one of the island's most popular beaches, part of the Lassi seafront that begins just outside the capital. The shore faces west toward the Ionian Sea and is framed by low rocky headlands that separate the area's successive coves.

It is fully organized, with beach bars, sun loungers, umbrellas, parking and water sports, and is easily reached by a paved road from Lassi. It has been awarded a Blue Flag.

Region
Kefalonia, Greece
Beach type
Sandy
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
38.15402, 20.48052

About this beach

Makrys Gialos is exposed in the maistros — often choppy on summer NW/W afternoons. That comes from the measured shape of the coastline around it and our curated wind records — a seasonal picture, not a live forecast, so check live wind and waves before you go.

The shoreline at Makrys Gialos faces south-west, so it usually has natural cover from northerly, north-easterly and north-westerly winds.

Makrys Gialos has sand underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water — handy for families with young children.

For amenities, Makrys Gialos has an organised beach, a beach bar, sunbeds and parking nearby.

Good to know

Does Makrys Gialos beach get windy?

Makrys Gialos is exposed in the maistros — often choppy on summer NW/W afternoons. That is based on the measured shape of its coastline against the maistros; check live wind and waves before you go.

How do you get to Makrys Gialos beach?

Access is easy road access. See the coordinates and map on CalmBeach.

What is Makrys Gialos beach like?

A sandy beach with shallow water.

What facilities does Makrys Gialos beach have?

It has an organised beach, a beach bar, sunbeds and parking nearby.

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