Dream vacation on Zakynthos: The most beautiful beaches on the Greek island

Created: 03/10/2022, 16:04

Mizithres Rock in Zakynthos is a popular tourist destination.

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Not only Santorini and Crete are worth a vacation!

The island of Zakynthos takes you to the Greek paradise with white sandy beaches and crystal clear water.

• Discover the shipwreck at Navagio Beach or spot turtles at Laganas.

• Makris Gialos is worth a visit for snorkeling and diving.

• With the family you can enjoy a day of action and relaxation on the beach in Tsivili.

Zakynthos is located in western Greece and is one of the beautiful islands of the Ionian Sea.

It attracts with wide beaches, turquoise water and a picturesque coastal landscape full of hidden bays and caves.

Enjoy sun and relaxation on your next holiday on the

.

Navagio Beach - film set with history 

One of the most famous and beautiful beaches of Zakynthos is

.

It is located in the

and is enclosed by a rocky bay.

That is why it is only accessible from the water.

The beach is so deep in the bay that you only see it from the boat just before you arrive.

The crystal-clear, turquoise-blue sea turns into fine, white sand, so that the scenery is in no way inferior to the Caribbean.

Swim, sunbathe, relax - Navagio Beach is the perfect place for a once-in-a-lifetime beach day.

In addition to the fantastic landscape, the

is a real highlight that gives the beach its special charm.

Because of him, Navagio is also called Shipwreck Beach or Smugglers' Bay.

Because it is about the smuggler ship "Panagiotis", which ran aground in a storm in the 1980s.

The rusted ship is now a popular photo motif, it can be entered and explored.    

There is also a viewpoint in the rocks that overlooks the entire bay.

Tip: Visit the beach in the early morning or late afternoon to avoid the tourist crowds.

Navagio Beach is a well-known photo opportunity.

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Laganas - water fun and turtle paradise

For an action-packed beach holiday,

is the place to be.

The sandy beach stretches for nine kilometers in the

.

The comfortable beach loungers invite you to a relaxing day at the beach.

Snorkelling, diving and windsurfing provide the necessary variety.

You can rent the equipment on site.

Despite the sandy beach, the sea is crystal clear.

Bars and stalls provide you with local drinks and food.

Laganas Beach is not only one of the most beautiful beaches of Zakynthos, it is also the

.

That is why the state protects the beach, for example it can only be visited during the day.

Protect the animals and keep your distance from the marked turtle nests.

Tip: Visit the "turtle island" Marathonisi with one of the excursion boats. 

Loggerhead turtles cavort on Laganas Beach.

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Xigia Beach - Health Oasis of the Island

Xigia Beach

is located in the

of Zakynthos and enchants its visitors with its idyll, hidden between high rocks.

The descent is a bit steep, but worth it.

Tip: wear water shoes or sandals, some of the rocks are quite sharp.

Parts of the beach are also rocky, but there is also an area with soft sand. 

Enjoy the clear sea water and discover the

.

Because of the natural sulfur deposits, the water is particularly healthy for the skin.

In addition, the sulfur is responsible for the bright turquoise of the water.

Attention: There is another beach called Xigia Beach.

It is a little further south and is less crowded in the summer months.

Here, too, you will notice a slight smell of sulfur from the water.

Xigia Beach is hidden between two rocks.

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Tsivili Beach - Beach day with the family

is considered one of the most family-friendly beaches in Zakynthos

.

It is easy to reach and attracts with soft sand.

That is why it is so popular with families with children.

The swell is perfect for windsurfing and jet skiing.

Tip: Discover the adjacent village with its colorful streets and charming shops.

Tsivili Beach is very family friendly.

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Makris Gialos - Beach for snorkelers and divers

Not far from Xigia Beach is

Beach , a real postcard idyll and definitely one of the most beautiful beaches in Zakynthos.

Even the journey along the coastal road with a view of the endless sea is worth the visit. 

The beach consists of

, but is so soft that you don't need water shoes.

Depending on the sunlight, the sea water is green-blue or deep blue.

Makris Gialos is an

's paradise for

.

The clear water gives a view of a species-rich underwater world.

Tip: Make a detour to the winding grottos and caves of the coast.