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Petani Beach, Kefalonia

Petani beach, Kefalonia, Greece
Petani — Matt Sims, CC BY 2.0

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

The bay of abundant waters on Paliki

Petani (Petanoi) opens onto the northwest coast of the Paliki peninsula in western Kefalonia, a curving bay of pebble and coarse sand at the foot of steep hillsides. It is often described as a smaller sibling of Myrtos.

The place name is thought to be of Homeric origin: it is said to derive from the word 'epietani', describing a place with water in abundance all year round, and the area is indeed known for its plentiful fresh water. The beach took on the form it has kept to this day after the destructive earthquakes of 1953, which reshaped the landscape across much of the island.

It has no permanent organization, but there are tavernas and parking near the shore. Access is by a paved, yet very steep and descending road that drops down to the bay.

Region
Kefalonia, Greece
Beach type
Sand & pebbles
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
38.26098, 20.37609

About this beach

The bay at Petani opens to the north-west, so it usually has natural cover from southerly, south-easterly and south-westerly winds. Orientation only reflects which way the coast faces, not confirmed shelter, so check wind and waves in the app before you go.

Petani has sand and pebbles underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water — handy for families with young children.

For amenities, Petani 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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