About Plataria
Why Plataria?
Plataria is a seaside village in Thesprotia, Epirus, about 10 km south of Igoumenitsa. It belongs to the Syvota municipal unit and is about 12 km from Sivota. It has a marina, shallow sandy beaches suited to families and a string of white-pebble coves nearby.
Plataria is smaller and quieter than Sivota and Parga, and a practical base thanks to the nearby port of Igoumenitsa, with ferries to Corfu.
Beaches and the sea
Plataria beach - the beach in the village, with a shallow sandy entry, good for children.
Nearby beaches:
- Naftilos (about 2 km) - a white-pebble beach with clear blue water
- Kokkinos Vrachos (about 2.5 km) - a small, quiet beach with white pebbles
- Kalami (about 4 km) - a small beach with white pebbles
What to see and do
Sivota - about 12 km south, coves and islets with turquoise water and boat trips.
Igoumenitsa - about 10 km north, the port with ferries to Corfu.
Parga - a day trip further down the Epirus coast.
Where to stay
By the beach and marina - apartments within walking distance of the sea, tavernas and the marina.
Above the village - houses and apartments on the slopes with views over the bay, quieter, with a short drive to the beach.
See all current accommodation offers in Plataria on this page.
Getting there
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By car - on the Egnatia motorway (A2) to Igoumenitsa, then about 10 km south on the coast road.
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By air - via Corfu airport and the ferry to Igoumenitsa, or via Preveza (Aktion) airport and north along the coast by car.
Frequently asked questions about Plataria
Is Plataria good for families with children? Yes: the village beach is sandy with a shallow entry, and the village is quiet.
How far is Plataria from Sivota? About 12 km.
Do I need a car? For the nearby beaches and trips to Sivota and Parga, yes; the village itself is small and walkable.

