Fiscardo Kefalonia
Welcome to Fiscardo, the picturesque and beautiful Greek harbour village on the Northern tip of Kefalonia.
Robert Guiscard, the greatest enemy of Byzantine Emperor Alexios Komninos, trying to conquer the north Kefalonia, he has left not only his last breath in Fiskardo in 1085 but also his name.
Of the approximate 365 villages on this large and diverse island, Fiscardo is unique in that it was left virtually unscathed during the great earthquake of 1953, that ruined most of the islands historic buildings.
The traditional boats of Kefalonia pleasantly coexist with any kind of tourists during the summer. If you wake up early enough you can buy fresh fish. Or a walk around the port will make you see some of the most luxurious yachts. Many of them are rich and famous, who are attracted by the tranquility of Fiskardo. Fiskardo at night gets an entirely different view. The lights, the old buildings, cafes, bars and restaurants all combine to provide a magical Mediterranean atmosphere. Of all the villages in Kefalonia, Fiskardo singles having a special atmosphere, especially on a summer evening.
The area is perfect for hiking and exploring. Starting from Fiscardo there are three footpaths passing through old villages, over old stone paths, old ruins, under forests of cypress, pine and arbutus and beside beautiful beaches, before returning to their starting point, Fiscardo. For more information please visit the official website pathsofgreece.gr