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Corfu Travel Guide > Resorts Guide : Messonghi and Moraitika Corfu

Messonghi and Moraitika Corfu

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Moraitika and Messonghi, Messonghi and Moraitika, Corfu Resort Guide, Corfu Travel Guide
Messonghi is a small peaceful resort situated about 1Km. south of the resort of Moraitika. It is quiet and peaceful with the majority of facilities all within 100mtrs. of the beach. The terrain is relatively flat with no steep hills to climb on those hot summer days. Olive groves populate almost every scrap of unused land. The roads in and around the village are not major through roads and therefore traffic is relatively infrequent.

Moraitika and Messonghi, Messonghi and Moraitika, Corfu Resort Guide, Corfu Travel Guide
There are plenty of restaurants, tavernas, bars and shops to suit every taste.

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Messonghi, Messonghi and Moraitika, Corfu Resort Guide, Corfu Travel Guide
Messonghi is a small peaceful resort situated about 1Km. south of the resort of Moraitika. It is quiet and peaceful with the majority of facilities all within 100mtrs. of the beach. The terrain is relatively flat with no steep hills to climb on those hot summer days. Olive groves populate almost every scrap of unused land. The roads in and around the village are not major through roads and therefore traffic is relatively infrequen

Messonghi, Messonghi and Moraitika, Corfu Resort Guide, Corfu Travel Guide
There are plenty of restaurants, tavernas, bars and shops to suit every taste.

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The Moraitika & Messonghi Beach Resort is ideal for families and couples seeking a laid back relaxing holiday in a quiet Greek village atmosphere with all amenities locally available. However if it's fast nightlife you are after the busier resort of Moraitika is only a 15-minute walk or short taxi ride away.

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The Beach, Messonghi and Moraitika, Corfu Resort Guide, Corfu Travel Guide
Type
Sandy, with unobstructed views of mainland Greece to the east and south and Albania to the north. Magical in the evenings especially during the full moon.
Sunbeds
Plenty of sun beds and umbrellas for hire along the length of the beach.
Facilities
Changing rooms and showers available and plenty of tavernas along the beach where toilets can be used, it is always nice to buy a drink when you use the facilities.
Child Suitability
The water is normally calm and deepens gradually.
Accessibility
Access to the beach from the main crossroads in the village is flat, but from other locations a couple of steps might have to be negotiated.

The Beach, Messonghi and Moraitika, Corfu Resort Guide, Corfu Travel Guide
Cleanliness and Urchins
The beach is clean and the water is crystal clear - ideal for snorkeling. There are no urchins on the main beach but if snorkeling further along coast you can come across them from time to time, harmless unless you stand on them.

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Places of Interest, Messonghi and Moraitika, Corfu Resort Guide, Corfu Travel Guide
Chlomos or Hlomos
An old traditional Greek village up on the side of a steep hill about 4km. from Messonghi. The views are spectacular of Southern Corfu and the islands of Paxos and Antipaxos can be seen on a clear day.

Places of Interest, Messonghi and Moraitika, Corfu Resort Guide, Corfu Travel Guide
The church provides the best vantage point. The ascent and descent are very steep, so unless you are a regular 'hill walker' be careful.

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Boukari

The village of Boukari is a old fisherman's place. Not much has changed for the last decades. Boukari just has a small harbour and an excellent fish taverna. Boukari is the ideal place to stop for lunch or dinner whether you are by car or boat.

Places Nearby, Messonghi and Moraitika, Corfu Resort Guide, Corfu Travel Guide
Lake korision
A saltwater lagoon on the west coast opposite Messonghi. A haven for wildlife. Egrets, Terrapins, Kingfishers etc. can be seen there

Places Nearby, Messonghi and Moraitika, Corfu Resort Guide, Corfu Travel Guide
On the way to lake Korission you pass the well preserved ruins of a Large Byzantian fortress. Well worth a visit.

Places Nearby, Messonghi and Moraitika, Corfu Resort Guide, Corfu Travel Guide
Lefkimmi salt pans
Disused Venetian saltpans, some restoration is taking place at present. Boat trips visit here regularly. ( From the Messonghi river.)
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Tavernas in Messonghi, Messonghi and Moraitika, Corfu Resort Guide, Corfu Travel Guide
There are several lovely tavernas and restaurant in Messonghi. Most of the restaurants and tavernas are located on the main road towards Benitses. There are also a tavernas down on the beach front.

Tavernas in Messonghi, Messonghi and Moraitika, Corfu Resort Guide, Corfu Travel Guide
Hotel Christina
Has a nice restaurant on the seafront, the staff are very friendly and children can play on the beach or use the pool table while you have a leisurely after dinner drink or two.

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Vine Garden
Friendly, family run restaurant and bar. Aptly named in that almost the whole restaurant is cloaked in thriving grape vines. An ideal place to hide from the midday sun and cool enough in the evening to be comfortable.
Memories Restaurant
Another seafront restaurant down by the jetty. Ideal place for a romantic meal with the water lapping at the shore beside you.

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There are a lot of bars in Messonghi on the main strip as well as on the beach front.
Barino Bar
A lovely small intimate bar Tastefully decorated with artefacts of Messonghi's fishing and agricultural heritage.
Timeout Bar
A Disco type bar for the younger set.

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Paragliding, banana boat, ringos available on the beach at the Hotel Christina. Pedal boats etc. for hire at a number of locations.
Boat Rental
There are boats for rent available at the Messonghi Beach and Moraitika Beach.

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There are a lot of tourist shops at Messonghi. Whether you are loking for a souvenir or items for day on the beach you will find it in Messonghi.
Supermarkets
There is one large supermarket in the centre of the village, which has an excellent selection of foods, fruit and vegetables, gifts, beach wear etc. Also a good number of smaller shops scattered within the village itself.

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Things to do, Messonghi and Moraitika, Corfu Resort Guide, Corfu Travel Guide
1. Do nothing - believe me its very easy!
2. Visit a local taverna and order a frappe and do nothing. (slightly more strenuous).

Things to do, Messonghi and Moraitika, Corfu Resort Guide, Corfu Travel Guide
3. Take the bus into Corfu Town. A visit to St.Spiridon's Church is a must which is in the heart of the old town with lots of small shops to keep you occupied for hours.
4. Go for a walk along the coast road towards Boukari ( about 4km.) - very quiet and peaceful. There are a number of tavernas and snack bars en route where you could stop off for refreshments or lunch.

Things to do, Messonghi and Moraitika, Corfu Resort Guide, Corfu Travel Guide
5. Take a boat trip to the south or over to mainland Greece and visit the caves, the blue lagoon etc. Trips depart from the Messonghi river or the jetty.
6. Drive or crawl !!! up to Chlomos and spend an hour or two wandering the quaint narrow streets of a traditional Greek village.

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Exchange/Money
Exchange facilities in large supermarket.
Public Swimming Pools in Messonghi
There are a couple of pool bars in Messonghi
Telephone and Post Box
There is a card phone at the crossroads and another 250mtrs. south on the road to Boukari. Phone cards are available in the supermarket.
Internet
There is a internet cafe along the strip of Moraitika as well as towards the beach of Messonghi.
Disabled Facilities
There are no disabled facilities as such yet!!. However the village itself lies on very flat terrain and therefore most shops, restaurants etc have flat access with the occasional one requiring the negotiation of a small step or two. The beach is readily accessible from the main crossroads.
Clinic
There is a 24 hour clinic on the main strip of Moraitika and one down the way to the beach of Messonghi.
Pharmacy
A few doors along the road from the clinic in Moraitika.
Car Hire
Car hire at Apollo hotel corner.
Bus Service
One bus stop at the crossroad near large supermarket and another on the corner at the Apollo Hotel. There are only about seven or eight busses per day with the first at about 0930am.(please verify the times.) You can check the current times at the bus stop. Remember to check your return journey time at the bus station in Corfu town. However if you miss the last bus there is a more frequent service to the south of the island, these all go through Moraitika.
Taxi
Main Taxi rank at the Messonghi turnoff in Moraitika, however most establishments will provide you with the phone no. for the Taxi rank where they will gladly come and collect you.
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