About the island
Othonoi is small, remote, and proudly unpolished
Othonoi (also written Othoni) is Greece’s westernmost inhabited island, part of the Diapontia Islands northwest of Corfu. Life here is quiet, practical, and deeply connected to nature.
A short history
Othonoi has been inhabited since antiquity and is often linked to Homeric myths. Over centuries, island life was shaped by fishing, small-scale farming, and close ties with Corfu and the mainland. Emigration reduced the permanent population, but those who stayed — and those who return each summer — keep the island’s traditions alive without turning them into a tourist show.
Settlements
Villages of Othonoi
Small communities spread across the island — each with its own rhythm.
Chorio
The main village and everyday center of island life.
Dafni
A quieter settlement with views and walking access to nature.
Kastani
Small, peaceful, and surrounded by traditional landscapes.
Nature & landscape
Othonoi is a walking island. There are no long-distance hikes or dramatic climbs — just gentle trails, sea views, cliffs, and quiet inland paths. Vegetation is Mediterranean and low-maintenance, shaped more by wind and salt than by human planning. The surrounding waters are exceptionally clear, making swimming and snorkeling a highlight rather than an activity.
Swimming
Beaches & coves
Natural, simple, and mostly untouched.
Aspri Ammos
The island’s most famous beach — white pebbles, turquoise water, and silence.
Small coves
Scattered around the coast, often reachable by foot or small boat.
Daily life on the island
Life on Othonoi runs on common sense. Shops close when needed, boats depend on weather, and everyone knows everyone — or at least knows someone who knows them. This is not a destination built around convenience. It’s a place for visitors who adapt, slow down, and enjoy being slightly off schedule.
Next step
See how to visit Othonoi
Before you arrive, it helps to understand boat connections,
seasonal changes, and what to bring with you.