We take a look at the 3 best spots for an active and exciting day out in Corfu with On The Beach.
Corfu is famous for many reasons. Mythically renowned as Odysseus’ last stop off before finally completing his journey home to Ithaca after the 10-year Trojan War and his 10-year odyssey to escape it, Corfu is also known to nature lovers and ramblers for its mountains and lakes.
Families know about Corfu holidays for their lovely beaches, quiet coves and delicious local cuisine.
Party-goers love it for its lovely ouzo… But today we’re interested in finding the best spots for the adventure-lovers among you. And there’s no doubt that, following in the footsteps of that most adventurous of travelers, Odysseus himself, Corfu is a worthy resting place for any adrenaline-hungry wanderer. And we’re not alone in thinking so.

1. Climb Mt. Pantokrator Over 1000m in height and towering of the north-east of Corfu is Mount Pantokrator.
You can drive but a better option is to climb to the top; you can walk along the road or the inlaid footpaths. The view from the top is breathtaking, encompassing the sea and spread of Greece’s west coast as well as a monastery and the villages dotted below.

2. Mountain-biking the Corfu trail An intensive undertaking for the hardcore cyclists amongst you – and extra special if you’re planning on biking the Santiago de Compostela or similar long mountainous and coastal routes in Europe – the 220km that make up the Corfu trail take in some incredibly diverse landscapes and testing terrain.
It’s something you can do as part of a package with adventure tours operators, or select an area you are interested in and organize yourself. As an island popular ith adventure activity, hiring quality mountain bikes is not a problem.

3. Swim, walk, explore Korission Lake.
Less a lake and more a lagoon, Korission Lake is practically a stone’s throw from the Ionian Sea, yet its stunning dunes and surrounding nature reserve make it the ideal spot to finish a big Corfu adventure. From sandsledging to swimming and running to bird watching, you need at least a day here to take it in and get active.