This Secluded Greek Beach Was Just Named One of Europe's Best for Its Turquoise Waters-and It's Only Accessible by Hike or Boat

"You'll find Fteri Beach on the Paliki Peninsula of Kefalonia, an island travel experts have described as 'Greece's best-kept secret.' To reach this pocket of paradise, you'll either need to come by water or on foot. Most travelers note the hike down to the beach takes about 40 minutes, and there are signs to guide your way."

"We were lucky to arrive in the morning, which is absolutely the best time-the beach was nearly empty, and we had it almost all to ourselves. Later in the day, it does get more crowded as taxi boats arrive every 30 minutes (or even more frequently), along with cruise boats that make short stops."

"The effort to get to Fteri Beach, where turquoise waters and the aforementioned white pebbles await, is usually well worth it-but you will want to time your visit right."

Fteri Beach, located on Kefalonia's Paliki Peninsula, has been recognized as the best beach in Greece and ranked second in Europe's top 50 beaches for 2025, surpassing other notable Greek beaches like Porto Katsiki and Elafonissi. Accessible only by a 40-minute hike or water taxi from Zola Harbor, the beach features turquoise waters and white pebbles. Visitors are advised to arrive early morning to avoid crowds from taxi boats and cruise ships that arrive throughout the day. The remote location and pristine conditions make the effort to reach Fteri worthwhile, though proper footwear is recommended for navigating the pebble beach.

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