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Tourlida is an islet, located about 5 km south of Messolonghi and is connected to the town with a narrow road. The road, which starts from the harbor and crosses the lagoon, will take you on a magical journey. You can either enjoy your ride by car, bicycle or even on foot. The beach was named after a specific kind of sea birds that used to live there, the Tourlides.
When coming to Tourlida, you can swim in the beautiful beach, where the open sea meets the lagoon waters, while admiring the picturesque pelades. You will also have the chance to taste local delicacies in the local restaurants and taverns. Finally, in Tourlida islet you will get to see one of the two salt mines of Messolonghi, the so- called "Black Salt Lake."
Dioni beach is located
on the north side of Acheloos river. To get there, you must pass through the valley of Katohi and from Oiniades, covering a distance of about 16 km.
The beach is sandy and shallow and is undoubtedly an ideal destination to enjoy swimming but the beach is mostly known for the two best natural slopes in Europe, offered for kite and windsurfing.
If you are fond of sports and the water element and want to feel the adrenaline move under your skin, Mikri Vigla beach is a must-visit. There, thanks to the ideal weather conditions you can try several water sports, especially windsurfing!So, if you happen to be a water lover you should definitely seize this opportunity.
Louros is one of the best beaches of Etoloakarnania prefecture. It is located 17 km southwest of Neochori and is half an hour away from Messolonghi.
It is a vast sandy beach, about 7 km long, and constitutes a protected wetland, according to the RAMSAR Convention since 1974.
The trip to Louros Beach is pretty fascinating. There, one can encounter cows and pigs or even wild horses that proudly enjoy their walk in the nature. Louros is definitely a landscape of wild natural beauty, or one could as well describe it as a unique natural zoo.