ерикуса корфу

Ericus island

Ericus island in corfu

The island of Yerikus is located 6 nautical miles north of Cape Actor in the north of Corfu (opposite Sidari), and is the northernmost of the smaller islands. In October, it blooms with pink purple flowers and has a sweet characteristic smell. The highest peak of the island is Merovigkli with a height of 120 m.

The island is planted with olive trees and cypresses. Attractions of the island: traditional olive presses, which still produce olive oil in the traditional way, churches with stone towers and traditional villages. But the most attractive are the beautiful beaches of the island. Cruises to the island of Yerikus sail from Corfu and from Sidari, making daily sailings during the summer period from May to October.