Pefkia Beach offers forest shade and clear waters near Xylokastro

Pefkia Beach, located east of Xylokastro in the Peloponnese, offers a unique landscape where coastal forests meet the Corinthian Gulf. The two-kilometer stretch is characterized by a rare forest of Aleppo pines, myrtle, and mastic trees that grow directly down to the shoreline, providing natural shade for visitors.

The beach features white pebbles and clear, deep waters. It caters to various preferences, offering organized sections with beach bars, sunbeds, and showers, as well as expansive free areas for those seeking tranquility under the trees. The area has historically inspired poets, including Kostas Karyotakis and Angelos Sikelianos.