Kefalonia map with beaches

Map of Kefalonia and Ithaca with beaches

All along Kefalonia’s coastline, you can find beautiful sandy beaches as well as small bays with pebble beaches. In general, most of the sandy beaches are in the south and south-west of the island while the north and north-east are dominated by picturesque, small bays with shingle and pebble beaches. Especially the secluded bays and beaches can be reached by small motorboats for which you usually don’t need a license.

Accessible Beaches in Kefalonia

There are some beaches suitable for guests with limited mobility.

• SinceMay 2026 the Antisamos Beach near Sami provides a wooden access pathway to the sea, changing facilities, showers and a shaded area with wooden pergola for wheelchair users.
• Also planned for May 2026 are similar installations in Assos and at Emblissi Beach in the North.
• At Makris Gialos Beach near Argostoli there are wheelchair accessible toilets and a wooden pathway leads to the sea.

Accommodation tip for Kefalonia

If you are looking for a holiday home amidst lush nature and close to several lovely beaches, take a look at our accessible holiday home Joleni Cottage.