Ionian Islands

Vasiliki

Reliable afternoon wind and a sailing village on southern Lefkada.

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Why go

Reliable afternoon wind and a sailing village on southern Lefkada.

Vasiliki is a major windsurfing destination with a broad bay, ferry links, mountain-bike routes and access to beaches around Lefkada's south.

Vasiliki Bay is known for a thermal afternoon wind nicknamed Eric, creating conditions that suit beginners in the morning and stronger windsurfers later in the day. Schools and rental centres line Ponti at the western end.

The village harbour has tavernas and seasonal boats, while road and trail routes climb into the southern mountains. Agiofili and Ammouso offer nearby swimming, subject to road and boat conditions.

Practical information

Buses connect with Lefkada Town, and ferry routes vary by season. Use qualified windsurf schools, check equipment insurance and do not underestimate offshore gusts.

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