Located around 3km from Rouchotas Apartments south of the capital Argostoli, this sandy beach, suitable for families with small children, has been awarded the Blue Flag for cleanliness and good organization.
The beach itself is over 600m long and has soft, golden sand and a shallow entrance to the water, as well as all the amenities you could wish for: a big number of sunbeds, umbrellas, and several cafés. Kefalonia Water Sports Center one of the best water sports clubs on the island is also located here. Precisely because of this, Makris Gialos is an ideal beach for young people and families with children.