Lefkada's west coast holds its most famous beaches - Porto Katsiki, Egremni and Kathisma - reached by single-lane mountain roads that climb and descend steep cliffs. This guide covers the road conditions and blind bends, where to park (lots charge roughly EUR 5-20 a day in peak season), and fuel planning with unleaded around EUR 2 a litre. A compact car is easier than a wide vehicle on the narrow stretches, and arriving early secures both parking and the calmer morning sea before the afternoon wind builds. Some beach access can change between seasons after winter storms, so the current status is worth checking before a long drive.