One of the most popular beaches of the island, Glyfada is located 14 km from Gouvia. It was awarded with the Blue Flag for its crystal clear waters, while the large surface of soft sand is surrounded by tree-covered cliffs and imposing rocky formations. The beach offers a wide variety of beach facilities like sunbeds […]
Dassia is a popular summer resort located between the villages of Gouvia and Ipsos and situated 12km away from Corfu Town. It is easily reached by a regular bus connection. Boasting a friendly and cosmopolitan atmosphere, Dassia has surfaced as one of the most inviting places for someone to spend a relaxing vacation in Corfu.
The picturesque fishing village of Benitses lies 19 km south of Gouvia and is strategically located in the middle of the southern part of the island and Corfu Town. Benitses used to be a very popular resort during the 80s where tourists as well as the local people would visit nightclubs and bars. During the
The beautiful coastal settlement of Barbati is situated 11 km from Gouvia and lies around the natural bay, consisting of one of the most impressive beaches of Corfu, hugged by the lush green forests and verdurous hills. The beach itself is quite inviting, because of its crystalline waters and the white shiny pebbles. In the
Located 27 km from the village of Gouvia, one can find the long sandy beach of Arillas. The area is surrounded by lush forests and vast olive groves. The beach that stretches for about 2 km is an ideal for families, as the water is shallow and clean and guests who seek tranquility and serenity.
Angelokastro, which is also referred to as the Castle of Angels, is strategically located in the western part of the island, very close to Paleokastritsa and 19 km from Gouvia. It is believed to date back to the 13th century and together with the other two Byzantine castles, Kassiopi and Gardiki, they formed the defensive
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Located 18 km from Gouvia, Agios Gordios is one of the most popular beaches of Corfu. Its name originates from the church of the homonymous Saint, located literally on the sea, at the centre of the beach. The beautiful cove nests amongst the lush green mountain, surrounded by olive tree forests, vineyards and impressive rocks.
Achillion Palace is ideally located in the picturesque village of Gastouri, just 15 km from Gouvia. This magnificent Palace was built in 1890, exclusively for Empress Elizabeth of Austria (Sissy). The impeccably landscaped palace garden is absolutely of a top class caliber. The palace was designed by the famous architect Raffaele Caritto and built on
Acharavi is a famous tourist resort located 29 km away from Gouvia. The settlement lies around the long, sandy beach that stretches for 3 km. With its golden sand, shallowy crystalline waters and lush greenery, the beach uniquely combines the island’s verdurous landscape and the natural beauty of the Ionian and it is an ideal
