Mesongi in Corfu: Beach and waterfront

Mesongi Beach lies on the southeast coast of Corfu and consists of sand and pebbles; the water is calm and shallow. This gives you specific information about both the shoreline and the water conditions to help you choose your destination.

Beach and waterfront in Mesongi

Sun loungers and parasols can be rented at the beach; showers, changing rooms, and toilets are also available. As facilities may change, check their availability before your trip. Seaside tavernas serve local cuisine. If you are planning a visit, ask about the specific offerings.

In the surrounding area south of the village of Mesongí, Posidonia oceanica meadows extend at water depths of less than 1.5 metres. In the Mediterranean, these meadows form ecologically important habitats for numerous animal and plant species. There is also a campsite on the banks of the Mesongí River, south of the settlement of Mesongí.

Corfu: culture and routes

For a broader look at Corfu, the Old Town offers a distinct cultural focus. It has preserved almost all of its historic urban fabric; its buildings date from the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries. The Old Town of Corfu and its two fortresses are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. On Corfu, the Archaeological Museum displays the Gorgon Medusa pediment from the great Temple of Artemis. It was created in 585 BC and excavated in 1911 near the Monastery of Aghioi Theodoroi. Casa Parlante recreates daily life among the island’s nobility in the 19th century, in the historic Old Town, using moving figures and reproductions of furnishings and interior décor.

The Museum of Asian Art in Corfu’s Old Town houses more than 11,000 objects from China, Japan, India, the Himalayas, and Central Asia. A digital guide to the Old Town, described in 2023, was aimed at residents and visitors and offered high-quality audiovisual material on more than 80 attractions within the city. If you are planning to use this service, check its availability before your trip.

From Corfu Port, the Museum of Asian Art can be reached on bus route 2, which runs between Mantouki and Kanoni. Check the timetables before travelling. On Corfu, ancient paths in the municipal unit of Achilleion wind through the wooded mountains of Agii Deka, Stavros, and Garouna; they are suitable for hiking. The 180-kilometre Corfu Trail passes through several settlements, and Benitses is one of its 13 daily stage locations.

The villages in the municipal unit of Achilleion on Corfu host numerous festivals and folk festivals, as well as cultural events organised by the municipality. As individual programmes may vary, check the dates if you plan to attend a specific event.

More destinations

Discover more destinations: Argyrades, Vatos, Pentati, Anapaftiria, Perivoli, Giannades, Agia Triada, Sidari.

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