description Korission Lagoon Overview
Korission Lagoon is a coastal wetland situated on the southwestern shore of the Greek island of Corfu. It is separated from the Ionian Sea by a narrow strip of sand dunes known as Halikouna Beach. The lagoon is protected as a Natura 2000 site because its brackish waters and surrounding cedar forest provide a vital habitat for diverse flora and fauna. It functions as a crucial stopover and wintering area for numerous species of migratory waterbirds, making it a significant location for ecological observation.
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Where is Korission Lagoon, and which beach separates it from the sea?
Korission Lagoon is on the southwest coast of Corfu in Greece, behind the sand dunes of Halikounas, also spelled Chalikounas. Issos Beach is another nearby coastal landmark, and both beaches sit beside the protected wetland. [Bioporos Corfu](https://bioporos.gr/the-location/)
Is Korission Lagoon freshwater or saltwater?
It is brackish, meaning it contains a mixture of fresh and seawater. A channel connects the lagoon with the Ionian Sea near Chalikounas Beach.
Why is Korission Lagoon a Natura 2000 site?
The site protects a brackish wetland, sand dunes, juniper habitat, and populations of resident and migratory birds. Its Natura 2000 status covers the lagoon and surrounding coastal habitats rather than just the open water.
Can you swim in Korission Lagoon, or should you use Halikounas Beach?
Visitors generally use the Ionian Sea at Halikounas or Issos Beach for swimming, while the lagoon is visited as a wetland and wildlife area. Water conditions and access can vary, so the lagoon should not automatically be treated like a managed bathing beach.
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