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Kontokáli

Ionian Islands, Greece · Europe

About Kontokáli

Kontokáli works well as a base: 10 minutes from Alepoú, 21km from Canal d'Amour.

Kontokáli is a town located in Ionian Islands, Greece. With a population of 1,660, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Kontokáli sits in Greece, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Athens time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kontokáli to your route.

About Kontokáli

Kontokali (Greek: Κοντόκαλι) is a suburb of Corfu Town, located 6.8 km north of the city centre. It is named after Christophoros Kontokalis, a sea captain and shipowner who was awarded the estate by the Venetians after his successful participation in the Battle of Lepanto. It lies on a headland separating the gulf

Read more from the natural harbour and marina at Gouvia. The eastern side of the headland, looking back towards Corfu Town, features a narrow sandy beach in front of a row of private villas. Resort spas, sailing and diving centres can be found towards the tip of the peninsula. The western side of the headland merges into Gouvia and the marina.

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Where is Kontokáli located?

Kontokáli is located in Ionian Islands, Greece, Europe. The coordinates are 39.6444 latitude, 19.8519 longitude.

What is the population of Kontokáli?

Kontokáli has a population of approximately 1,660 people, making it a town in Greece.

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Quick Information

Population
1,660
Continent
Europe
Country
Greece
Region
Ionian Islands
Timezone
Europe/Athens
Coordinates
39.6444, 19.8519

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Greece

Police
100
Ambulance
166
Fire
199
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Tourist police (English-speaking): 171.

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Worth the detour from Kontokáli

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Corfu Old Town

A UNESCO-listed Venetian-era old town on Corfu island with elegant arcaded streets, two massive fortresses, and a Parisian-style esplanade.

6 km · about 10 min drive

beach

Paleokastritsa

A spectacular series of six bays on Corfu's western coast with turquoise coves, a clifftop monastery, and lush green hillsides.

13 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Old Perithia

Corfu's oldest village, a Venetian-era ghost settlement of 130 stone houses high on Mount Pantokrator, abandoned in the mid-20th century and slowly reviving: a handful of tavernas now serve its grassy lanes.

14 km · about 25 min drive

ancient ruins

Butrint

A UNESCO archaeological site spanning Greek, Roman, Byzantine, and Venetian periods on a peninsula surrounded by lagoons and dense forest.

18 km · about 20 min drive

beach

Ksamil Islands

Tiny islets ringed by powder-white sand and Caribbean-clear water at the southern tip of Albania.

19 km · about 20 min drive

beach

Ksamil

Albania's most famous beach destination with crystal-clear turquoise waters and tiny islands reachable by swimming, rivaling the Caribbean.

20 km · about 25 min drive

natural wonder

Canal d'Amour

A series of dramatic sandstone rock formations and narrow sea channels on Corfu's northern coast near Sidari.

21 km · about 25 min drive

natural wonder

Blue Eye Spring (Syri i Kaltër)

A mesmerizing natural spring of impossibly deep blue water bubbling up from an underground cave at a depth of over 50 meters.

43 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Kontokáli

  • 59 kmAlbanian Riviera Coastal RoadThe SH8 coastal route between Dhërmi and Sarandë, running above Ionian beaches and cliffside villages with frequent pull-ins.
  • 66 kmLlogara PassA dramatic mountain pass along the Albanian Riviera at 1,027 meters, offering jaw-dropping aerial views of the Ionian coastline far below.

Driving in Greece

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.88/litre
Motorway tolls
~€7.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

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