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Corfu

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Corfu : Travel information before you go!

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Corfu, the most populated of the Ionian islands, is located near Epirus, just under two miles from the Albanian coast. A simple stroll in Kerkyra ('Corfu' in Greek) is all it takes to understand what makes the island so popular, starting with its capital, which includes the old town, and more modern districts surrounding it. Its historical centre is a maze of little side streets housing a plethora of shops and bars, and although there are many town hotels, visitors tend to make a bee-line for the hotels on the coast, the vast majority of which come in the form of club-hotels best suited for families. It is also worth noting that the beaches on the east coast are longer and far more beautiful than their counterparts on the west coast.

pros

  •  The beaches on the east coast.
  •  The narrow little side streets in Corfu.

cons

  •  The traffic jams in Corfu.
  •  The condition of some of the roads.

Weather Corfu

  All overall indicators 81/100 Excellent
Weather May Year's weather
  • Temperature indicators   90/100 Excellent
  • Bad weather indicators   90/100 Excellent
  • Sunbathing indicators   76/100 Good
  • Swimming indicators   58/100 Average
  • Wind indicators   72/100 Good
  • Temperature indicatorsOptimal :

    Maximim temperature between 22°C and 24°C, the perceived temperature is <30°. 

  • Bad weather indicatorsDry / Optimal :

    Little or no rain (less than 1.5mm per day). 

  • Sunbathing indicatorsGood weather :

    Mostly sunny (60% to 80% sunshine). 

  • Swimming indicatorsRefreshing :

    Sea temperature between 20 °C and 22°C. Wind speed between 4 mph and 7 mph. 

  • Wind indicatorsLight wind :

    Light winds (between 6mph and 12mph). 

Visit Corfu

  • To see

    The Paleo Frourio and the Neo Frourio, Corfu's forts. The neo-Classical palace of Elizabeth of Austria inAchilleion.

    To do

    The sunset over the Kanonipeninsula, which is home to a small convent with a white campanile and connected to land by a harbour wall. A stroll through the streets of Corfu.

    To think about

    Why not make the most of being on an island by exploring the place on two wheels. Taking the car is nice, but you can soon find yourself stuck behind a lorry and unable to overtake, not to mention the frequent traffic jams in Corfu! Hiring a scooter is a good way to explore the island at your own pace, with many visitors either choosing this option or hiring a quad-bike.
  • To avoid

    Bear in mind that if you go during high season, you certainly won't have the place to yourself! The island may be big, but tourist areas soon fill up. You'll also need to take care on the roads, some of which are less well-maintained than others.

    To try

    Make the most of your stay on the island to enjoy the many types of fish fresh from the Ionian Sea, and don't forget to sample the authentic Greek flavours - the cuisine here is like nothing else. You won't be disappointed! With everything from Greek salad to taramosalata, tzatziki and stuffed vine leaves, you're sure to find something delicious among the amazing variety of dishes.

    To bring back

    You really shouldn't have any trouble finding a little something to take home in your suitcase, as Kerkyra offers a plethora of traditional Greek products, such as fragranced soaps, olive oil and ouzo, to name but a few.

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  • Club Olympien Nissaki Beach, Corfu, Greece
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