Fteri Beach in Kefalonia (Paliki / Thinia), Ionian Islands, Greece
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Fteri Beach

Kefalonia (Paliki / Thinia), Ionian Islands, GreeceIonian Sea Best Season: May, June, July, August, September, October
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EDITORIAL SCORE
4.80/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
26.2°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
42/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Fine White Sand
Gradual Drop

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Kefalonia (Paliki / Thinia), Ionian Islands · NOAA OISST v2.1
Warm Bathwater
May
19.5°C
Air 25°C
Jun
23°C
Air 28°C
Jul
25.4°C
Air 30°C
Peak
Aug
26.2°C
Air 31°C
Sep
25°C
Air 29°C
Oct
22.8°C
Air 26°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Above 21°C from June through October (5 months/year; peak 26.2°C in August).
30-year NOAA OISST v2.1 satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Greece Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting5.0 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness5.0 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease3.2 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.1 / 5

About Fteri Beach

Ranked among Europe’s most breathtaking natural coves, Fteri Beach features a sheer white limestone amphitheater meeting an intensely luminescent cyan sea. Accessible primarily by water taxi from Zola harbor or a rugged 45-minute mountain trail, it remains blissfully free of commercial sunbeds.

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms
No
Showers
No
Free Parking
No
Food / Tavernas
No
Good for Kids
No
Dog Friendly
Yes
Lifeguard on Duty
No
Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals
No
Natural Cliff/Pine Shade
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
No
Snorkeling & Watersports
No
Nudist / FKK Friendly
No

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Take a water taxi from Zola Harbor (Fteri Water Taxi, €15 return) or hike the 45-minute mountain trail from the church near Agia Kyriaki.

Take the morning boat taxi around 09:30 for completely empty turquoise waters before day-trippers arrive
There are zero facilities or natural shade; pack a beach umbrella, plenty of drinking water, and snorkel mask
Explore the adjacent Blue Lagoon cave reachable by swimming around the southern headland

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Kefalonia (Paliki / Thinia), Ionian Islands, Greece.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fteri Beach

What is the water temperature at Fteri Beach?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Fteri Beach averages 25.8°C (78°F), based on 30-year NOAA OISST satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Fteri Beach?

Fteri Beach is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Kefalonia (Paliki / Thinia), Ionian Islands, Greece.

Is Fteri Beach good for families with kids?

Fteri Beach has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.

Are there parking and facilities at Fteri Beach?

Parking arrangements vary locally. No public restrooms directly on-site.

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