Between Ampelakia and Atherinos: Vathi - Ampelakia Bay - Atherinos Bay - Katomeri - Vathi The walker’s orientation and safety is solely their responsibility. The present report, the relevant tracks (gpx) and the rest of the informational material are just supplementary. The proper equipment is necessary, depending on the weather conditions and the nature of the route.  Route’s type: circular Route’s duration: 2 hours Route’s length: 7,200 metres Level of difficulty: easy Suggested season: All seasons, weather permitting. In summer, you should avoid midday, as there are no shady places along most of the route. The route The route starts from the beautiful seaside square in Vathi with its playground and tall trees. From the square, we head north and immediately east through the narrow streets of the village. We climb slightly off the asphalt road and at the first major junction we head northeast (in the direction of the iconostasis) towards the beach of Ampelakia. From there, we continue along the coast, going around the peninsula between Ampelakia and Atherinos, where the road has now become dirt, but without any problems along the way. This peninsula is very little built up and so we can better enjoy the nature and the wonderful scenery of the archipelago, Lefkada and the coast of Central Greece. The island is lush green with crystal blue waters and lacy shores, while its bays host many boats, especially during the summer months. Going around the peninsula, at some point the dirt road becomes concrete and then meets the main asphalt road at the port of Atherinos. From there, we climb up a small concrete road towards Katomeri. When we meet the asphalt road we head southwest, where in less than 500 meters we have reached the settlement. Katomeri has beautiful old stone-built houses and cobbled streets, so it reminds us of earlier times. From the centre of the settlement we descend north towards Vathi, along the beautifully landscaped road with spacious pavements, and reach the end of our circular route. Meganisi has a Health Centre and a Police Station in Katomeri. It does not have a Citizen's Service Centre. The nearest Citizen's Centre is in Nydri, Lefkada. Meganisi Meganisi is called so because it is the largest island of the Lefkada Princes Islands cluster. It has an area of 20,100 sq. km., highest point at 301 meters and a population of 1,041 inhabitants according to the 2011 census. Its inhabitants are engaged in tourism, agriculture, animal farming and fishing. The island is accessible by regular ferry services from Nydri. The ferry docks at the port of Spartochori, Spilia, and the journey takes about 25 minutes. In ancient times Meganisi was called Tafos or Tafias and belonged to the so-called Tafios Islands, along with the other islands between Akarnania and Lefkada, such as Kalamos (formerly Karnos), Kastos, Atokos and Arkoudi. During the Bronze Age it was the centre of the pirate people of Tilevoes, who were also called Tafioi from the ancient name of Meganisi and had dominated the surrounding sea. With the fall of Tilevoesi, Meganisi followed the historical course of Lefkada until our days. It is said that during the period of the Greek-Italian war, the legendary submarine Papanikolis had its secret base in a sea cave of Meganisi. Meganisi is a green paradise in the Ionian Sea with unspoilt beaches, traditional villages, dozens of bays and enchanting sea caves. In the northern part the bays Limonari, Elia, Atherinos and Ampelakia are full of sailing boats and have a lot of tourists. The beaches of Kechrinia, Fanari, Spilia, Roka, Pasoumaki and Agios Ioannis with their turquoise waters are ideal for swimming and diving explorations. The three villages of the island, Spartochori, Katomeri and Vathi, each have their own special charm. During the route, the walker will encounter QR information signs at the following points: a) at the central square in Vathi, b) at the junction of the road to the east (near the white iconostasis), c) at the narrowest point of the peninsula (at the junction), d) at the port of Atherinos (where the cement road begins), e) at the square (heroes' square) of Katomeri.