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Halikounas Beach

4,3 km from Melissa

Halikounas is a wild, 3-kilometer stretch of golden sand located just 2 km from Melissa Apartments. Serving as a natural bridge between the Ionian Sea and the Korission Lagoon, it offers a peaceful escape with no commercial development, even in high season. Thanks to its steady winds, it’s the island's top spot for kitesurfing. The area is a protected landscape, famous for its towering dunes and untouched nature.

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Gardiki Castle

2,8 km from Melissa

Gardiki Castle is a 13th-century Byzantine fortress situated right near Melissa Apartments. Built in a unique octagonal shape with eight defensive towers, it’s a rare gem of medieval architecture on Corfu. Tucked away in ancient olive groves and far from the main tourist crowds, this open-access monument offers a quiet glimpse into the island’s past. It’s a perfect, easy stop on your way to Halikounas Beach.

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Korission Lagoon

4 km from Melissa

Located just 2 km from Melissa Apartments, the Korission Lagoon sits right next to Halikounas Beach—the two together form a stunning, unique ecosystem. This shallow, 600-hectare lake is Corfu’s most vital wetland and a Natura 2000 protected site. Famous for its cedar forest, sand dunes, and rare bird species like flamingos, it’s an ideal spot for peaceful walks and nature watching right by the coast.

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Cape Drastis

67 km from Melissa

Cape Drastis is one of the most breathtaking viewpoints on Corfu, perched on the island’s northwestern tip. While it’s further away from Melissa Apartments (about 50 km), the dramatic limestone formations and turquoise waters make it well worth the trip. The vertical white cliffs and hidden coves are best seen from the clifftop lookout or by boat, offering some of the most iconic landscapes the island has to offer.

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