They may not be sandy but Kardamyli has some lovely places to swim. There are also some other lovely beaches to the south between Kardamyli and Stoupa, click here to find them.
Kalamitsi Bay
The beach below Patrick Leigh Fermor’s wonderful house has a stone and shingle beach on the left and it’s rocky to the right but it is a good place to bathe and snorkel although there are no facilities or a beach taverna. It can get quite busy at the weekend but during the week is often tranquil. It’s mainly visited by local Greek peeps. You can park in the road that leads down to the bay.
St John’s Bay
Not immediately as attractive as some other options but pleasant nonetheless. You can swim from the harbour arm in the bay.
The Centre
There are a few places in Kardamyli where you can enter the sea from platforms or steps. One such place is near the church and another is by the deserted Soap Factory.
Ritsa Beach
My favrourite beach in Kardamyli lies on the northern edge of the town. There is plenty of parking available. It’s probably the quitest beach in the area served by a taverna.
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