The Greek island of Corfu was love at first sight for us: turquoise blue water, small bays, Greek taverns – and all of it relaxed, authentic, and not too crowded in June. I was six months pregnant at the time, and yes, Corfu was absolutely feasible and beautiful for a quiet babymoon for two. As always, we didn't stay in one place on the island, but explored various small villages. Here you'll find our favorite places, accommodations, and honest tips away from the classic package tours.
- Kassiopi
- Sidari
- Paleokastritsa
- Agios Gordios
- Korfu Stadt
Kassiopi – small bays & great views
After an early flight from Salzburg (we love this small airport because everything is so straightforward), we landed in Corfu after just 1 hour and 40 minutes, picked up our rental car from Europcar (outside the airport) and drove north.
After about 20 minutes, we made our first short stop at Dassia Beach, a beautiful sandy beach. The beach was fine for arriving and taking a quick dip, but it wasn't the highlight of the trip. Then we continued on for 40 minutes to Kassiopi. The Lofos Hotel we had booked was in a quiet location 10 minutes' walk above the town, with a pool and a fantastic sea view. It was very simple but had charm, and the staff were all super nice. The breakfast on the terrace was especially inviting.
In Kassiopi, there are great taverns right on the harbor and in the street leading to it, beautiful walking trails, including one to the gorgeous Paralia Mpataria beach—white stones, turquoise water. Next to it: Kanoni Bay, tiny, quiet, and somewhat hidden.
Our culinary highlights: Taverna Levanda and Strofilia – small, welcoming, and incredibly good food.
Beaches & coastal paths in the northeast
If you like small bays and crystal-clear water, you'll love the northeast. Our favorites:
- Paralia Mpataria, Kanoni Bay, and Paralia Pipitos – charming, usually quiet, within walking distance of Kassiopi
- Karavi Bay – zu Fuß in ca. 20 Min. über den Coastal Path erreichbar, traumhafte Farben
- Kerasia Beach – near Agios Stefano, beautiful and peaceful, with a good seafood restaurant right by the sea
Tip: Beware of roaming charges with a European Cell! My phone automatically connected to the Albanian network when I was traveling north. Although I turned it off immediately after receiving the text message “Welcome to Albania,” it still cost me a painful €55 for those few minutes.
Sidari, Canal d’Amour & Cape Drastis
After a few days, we drove to Sidari, stopping at Acharavi Beach (an 8 km long sandy/pebble beach) and Roda (a nice place for lunch, with a beach full of package hotels and deck chairs).
Dort übernachteten wir im wunderschönen Del Mare Hotel – moderne Apartments, tolles Restaurant tw. mit Live Musik direkt an einer kleinen Bucht. Gleich ums Eck: der bekannte Canal d’Amour. Etwas touristisch, aber definitiv sehenswert. Sidari selbst war einen kurzen Spaziergang entfernt, bot einen langen (mit Liegestühlen gefüllten) Sandstrand und eine Straße mit Restaurants, Shops und Bars. Zum Baden gingen wir am nächsten Tag zu der kleinen Sandbucht Apotripiti.
Am schönsten war aber der Abend am Cape Drastis. Nach einer 10-minütigen Fahrt und einem kurzen Spaziergang erwartete uns dieser Sonnenuntergang über den Klippen. Einfach magisch.
Porto Timoni – our Highlight
With a spirit of adventure and sturdy shoes, we set off the next day for the double bay of Porto Timoni, 20 minutes away by car. The beaches near the old village of Afionas can only be reached on foot or by boat. From the parking lot, it's about a 30-minute hike down (and then back up again!), but it's easily manageable even when pregnant, provided you're not wearing flip-flops. There are two paths to the beaches, which start on either side of the village but then merge into one. Both are narrow, with large stones and no real sun protection. The fantastic view of Porto Timoni only becomes visible about halfway along the path.
Tip: Please note that there are no services (drinks, food, toilets, etc.) available on the beaches below.
Paleokastritsa
Afterwards, we stayed overnight in Paleokastritsa at the Hotel Odysseus: great rooms with sea views, nice atmosphere, but a slightly larger hotel. The famous La Grotta Bar (which looked very much like an Instagram hotspot) is about a 15-minute walk away, located directly between the rocks. The view of the bay is spectacular, even if the drinks are a little expensive.
We went to Taverna Limania for dinner: excellent food, and from the end of June there will also be live music.
We spent the next day at the beautiful Agios Spiridon beach, or rather in the small bays in front of it. In the evening, it's worth taking a 10-minute walk up to the monastery. At the top, there is the Monestari Restaurant with “divine” gourmet food (reservations recommended). We took the opportunity to celebrate David's very first Father's Day there.
Slow Living in Agios Gordios
We spent our last few days in Agios Gordios in the southwest of the island, at the lovingly run Sebastian's Family Hotel: great breakfast (not included, but definitely recommended), lovely little room with high-quality amenities, and a great location. On the way there, we visited the small bay of Mirtiotissa (partly a nude beach) and Glifada Beach, a slightly longer sandy beach.
We spent our days at the beach, sometimes walking to the darker sandy beaches further north, enjoying delicious food at Pearl Beach and the best ice cream on Corfu at Mellow Ice Cream. We also rented a paddle boat and explored the rocks along the coast – beautiful! In the evenings, there are numerous great taverns right on the beach with excellent views of the sunset.
At the end: Corfu old town
Before flying home, we stayed one more night near the airport at the Nostalgia Apartment. From there, we walked about 30 minutes to the old town of Corfu with its Venetian flair, boutiques, and cafés (you can also take the bus). The old town was beautiful, but there were also many rather run-down areas. In my opinion, one day there is enough, and we were glad that we spent the rest of our time on the beautiful beaches of Corfu.
Fazit: Korfu
Corfu is perfect for a relaxing trip with good food, lots of nature, beautiful beaches, and plenty of little discoveries, without any stress. Even though I was pregnant, I felt comfortable at all times and was happy to be able to explore so much. Everything is very green, and apparently not just in June. According to a local, it's like this all year round due to the high humidity. Compared to other Greek islands, everything looks much fresher and livelier.
We would do the trip again in a heartbeat – next time then with our baby 💛.
Our tips:
- Best time to visit: May–June or September
- Rent a car: Yes! Otherwise you'll miss the most beautiful spots.
- Favorite places: Kassiopi, Porto Timoni, Cape Drastis
Have you been to Corfu yet?
Do you have any tips or questions about traveling to Corfu, or traveling while pregnant? Feel free to write them in the comments.
