Viewpoints in Lefkada Municipality

Scenic Peaks and Viewpoints

Lefkada’s central spine is defined by a rugged limestone mountain range, culminating at the 1,158-meter summit of Stavrotas. This collection highlights the island's prominent peaks and viewpoints, including the high-altitude plateau of Englouvi and the dramatic Dimosari gorge. These locations offer expansive views across the Ionian archipelago, the Akarnanian mountains on the Greek mainland, and the nearby islands of Kalamos and Meganisi.

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Waterfalls Dimosari

Natural cascade located within a limestone gorge near Nydri. The site features a series of smaller pools leading to a primary 15-meter drop.

View of the Klousouria gorge

Overlook providing views of a deep limestone canyon located between the mountain villages of Drimonas and Exanthia.

Staurotas

The highest point on Lefkada island, reaching an elevation of 1,158 meters. It anchors the central mountain range.

Oxikorfo

Mountain peak in the central-eastern part of the island, overlooking the inland valleys near the village of Vafkeri.

Kastro

High point situated above the bay of Syvota and the southern coastal plains of Lefkada.

Pyrgos

Southern mountain peak located near the village of Kontarena, offering views toward the Vassiliki bay.

Pyrgiokati

Peak on the western ridge of Lefkada, situated between the mountain villages of Athani and Chortata.

Mega Vouno

Significant mountain ridge in the southwest, rising above the Gialos and Egremni coastal area.

Lainaki

Central peak located north of the Englouvi plateau, known for its rugged limestone terrain.

Merovigli

Coastal peak on the western side of the island, providing views of the Ionian Sea and the sunset.

Bouni

The highest peak on the nearby island of Kalamos, which is part of the Lefkada regional unit.

Profitas Ilias

High-altitude site featuring a small chapel, located near the village of Englouvi at approximately 1,000 meters.

Mega Oros

Large mountain massif in northern Lefkada, overlooking the city of Lefkas and the lagoon.

Koryfi

Central mountain summit located near the village of Vavkeri in the island's interior.

Mnimati

Peak situated on the high plateau of Englouvi, an area famous for traditional stone-walled lentil fields.

Aplones

High point in the western mountain range, overlooking the village of Drimonas and the Ionian coast.

Katharia Rachi

Mountain ridge in the central part of the island, characterized by sparse vegetation and rocky limestone outcrops.

Kalokerino

Peak in the central-eastern range, positioned between the villages of Platystoma and Englouvi.

Alevrata

Summit in the central highlands of Lefkada, offering views of the eastern archipelago and Meganisi.

Kalon Oros

Mountain peak in the southern part of the island, rising above the village of Marantochori.

Sikero

Peak located in the southeastern corner of Lefkada, overlooking the entrance to the Syvota bay.

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