Beaches
Chalkidiki is known for it's finest, unique, magical blue-flagged beaches with crystal waters along the 550km coastline. You can find one
for every taste, long sandy beaches with fine white sand to somewhat wild rocky ones, or if you like a combination of both, fully organized
with amenities and beach resorts or small hidden more private ones waiting to be discovered. Regardless what your preference is, rest
assure that the crystal clear turquoise water will be present everywhere, to relax your mind and soul while sunbathing, playing with the
waves or just enjoying a cocktail watching the sun turning orange and diving in the turquoise waters in the evening.
In order to make it easier for you to find your dream spot for a relaxing and unforgettable beach experience, we have put together a
selection of Chalkidiki's finest beaches per region
Kassandra
Paliouri Beach - Perfect for families Undoubtedly one of the most beautiful beaches in Chalkidiki, is located in the south of the Kassandra
peninsula and its about 1km long. It Is one of the most popular destinations for families due to its shallow warm water and fine,soft light sand.
Paliouri beach is fully organized with beach bars and beach clubs and offers several types of water sport facilities.
Info:
Where to find Paliouri Beach: The beach is about 5 minutes drive from the idyllic fishing village of Paliouri
Parking: Yes, cars can be parked on the roadside
Suitable for families: Yes
Toilets available: Yes
Beach bars available: Yes
Lifeguards on site: Yes
Possidi Beach – Incredibly calm and crystal clear water A 3.5 km long of sandy beach, that narrows to a thin bar as it extends into the water, the
famous Cape of Posidi. The cape hosts one the greatest landmarks of Kassandra, the Old Lghthouse of Possidi, which is still in use to the day despite
of its old age. The Posidi beach has been awarded several times with the Blue Flag award for its exceptional, crystal clean waters. There are no
amenities on the cape so come prepared with water, sades etc.
Info:
Where to find Possidi Beach: The beach is about 5 minutes drive from the Possidi village
Parking: Yes, there is a large carpark near the point
Suitable for families: Yes
Toilets available: There are some toilets dotted along the beach
Beach bars available: Near by but not on the cape
Lifeguards on site: Yes
Kriopigi Beach - Picturesque The beach will amaze you with its gently sloping sands, the crystal clear water and the lush pine forest that heads
down almost into the sea. It belongs to the village of the same name, which is built on a hill full with pine trees and shines with its magical coastal
landscape. If you are looking for peace and quiet and you like to walk, this is the place to be, you can stroll along the coast and explore the secluded
bathing bays enjoying the beautiful views of the idyllic landscapet, the beautiful sea waters and the lush green pine forest.
Info:
Where to find Kriopigi Beach: The beach is about 5 minutes walk from the village and about 10 minutes drive from kassandra.
Parking: Yes, there are carpark areas
Suitable for families: Yes
Toilets available: Yes
Beach bars available: Yes around the area
Lifeguards on site: Yes
Siviri Beach – Fantastic Sunset The beach is located in the mall fishing village of Siviri on the east coast of Kassandra. If you are looking for peace
and relaxation for the whole family, this is the place for you. The beach of course offers turquoise crystal clear water with fine white sand and one of
the best sunsets in the world.
Info:
Where to find Siviri Beach: The beach is only a few minutes walk from the village and about 15 minutes drive from Kalithea.
Parking: Yes, in the villange.
Suitable for families: Yes, especially with young kids
Toilets available: Yes
Beach bars available: There are many taverns
Lifeguards on site: Yes
Sani-Beach- Pure Luxury! The Sani-Beach is located on the northwest of the Kassandra peninsulas and stretches for several kilometers long. Its a
long sandy beach with crystal clear, turquoise shallow water that makes it the best destination for families especially with small children. The
wonderful powdered sandy landscape not only invites you to dive into the sea, but also to play beach sports like beach volley ball and beach paddle
ball. Lush olive and pine forests provide shade to cool off if needed for a bit. Several beach bars are ready to entertain you with music, plentifull
refreshments and cocktails. This beach is not popular only for its fine, powdered white sand, but also for the 5-star luxury Sani-Resort Hotel and its
annual Sani Festival.
Info:
Where to find Sani-Beach: The beach is about 30 minutes drive from Nea Moudania and 15 minutes from Athos
Parking: Yes
Suitable for families: Yes, especially with young kids
Toilets available: Yes
Beach bars available: Yes
Lifeguards on site: Yes
Kalithea Beach - party and bathing beach The idyllic beach of Kalitheas' town is located on the north coast of the Kassandra peninsula. Everything
your heart desires is here. A clean, blue-flagged awarded beach with shimmering blue water and fine-soft sand. Ideal for splashing around for
people of any age. You can find several vivid, first-class beach bars and restaurants right on the beach. For the beach party lovers this is the place to
be.
Info:
Where to find Kalithea-Beach: The beach is in short walking distance from the town of Kallithea.
Parking: Yes
Suitable for families: Yes, especially with young kids
Toilets available: Yes
Beach bars available: Yes
Lifeguards on site: Yes
Sithonia
Orange Beach / Kavourotripes- unique nature This beach of paradisiacal and natural beauty is a series of several small bays that are spread over
2.5 km along the coast of Sithonia. That is why it is also called Kavourotripes, meaning "crab holes". This is a pristine beach of wonderful nature
surrounded by pine trees. If you don't want to linger on the lively main beach of Orange Beach, you could go and explore one of the several small
bays and enjoy the tranquility and idyll there.
Info:
Where to find Orange Beach / Kavourotripes-Beach: This stretch of beach can be found between Platanitsi Beach and Armenistis Beach. The
vacations resort of Sarti is about 15 minutes drive
Parking: No
Suitable for families: The main beach yes
Toilets available: There are no toilets in the bays, only on the main beach
Beach bars available: There is a small beach bar at the main beach
Lifeguards on site: No
Karidi Beach / Vourvourou- rocky and beautiful In the popular and delightful fishing village of Vouvourou you will find Karidi Beach. It is situated
in a small bay filled with striking rocks that are scattered over the beach and protrude from the water. This beach offers one of the softest white
sand, while the rocks invite you to climb and the crystal clear water to snorkel, which makes it a very popular destination for children, but also within
active adult, you really get your money's worth here. This place makes your mind forget about everyday life and get into a dreaming and relaxation
state. Looking at this bay from above, it looks like a huge swimming pool with its shallow water. It doesn't get closer to paradise than this.
Info:
Where to find Karidi Beach / Vourvourou: its either a 5minutes drive or a 10 minutes walk from the Vourvourou village.
Parking: Yes
Suitable for families: Yes
Toilets available: Not on the bay
Beach bars available: There are many taverns in a short walking distance
Lifeguards on site: Yes
Kriaritsi Beach - Camping right on the beach The beach is situated at the southern part of Sithonia, near the picturesque village of Kalamatsi, is a
very popular destination for campers. There are many campsites with bars and restaurants. The southern section of the beach is frequented by
nudists. The beach is located directly on the open sea, with deep waters and wild waves, which makes it the suitable for good swimmers, as it is
located directly on the open sea. Also you get a nice view of the Mount Athos, especially at sunrise.
Info:
Where to find Kriaritsi Beach: its a 10 minutes drive from Kalamitsi.
Parking: Yes
Suitable for families: With the deep waters and the wild waver is not suitable for families especially with small kids
Toilets available: Yes
Beach bars available: Yes
Lifeguards on site: Yes
Trani Ammouda Beach- family friendly In the small but beautiful fishing village of Ormos Panagias there is another popular beach called Trani
Ammouda Beach. The wide and long sandy beach with the shallow entry into the crystal clear sea water makes it one of the most popular beaches
for families and not only.
Info:
Where to find Trani Ammouda Beach: The beach can be reached withing a few minutes from all sides, regardless you are heading there from Nikiti
or Agio Nikolaos.
Parking: Yes
Suitable for families: yes
Toilets available: No
Beach bars available: Yes
Lifeguards on site: Yes
Sarti- Greetings from Malvides If you are traveling by car on the east coast of Sithonia you can discover Sarti's secret and unique bays yourself. The
clear turquoise and blue water make you feel as if you were in the distant Maldives and not in the middle of Europe in beautiful Greece. This place is
truly a paradise on earth. Here you can unwind, relax and let yourself dream.
The highlight of Sarti beach is the direct view to Athos, you can’t find a better or closer view of Athos than here.
Info:
Where to find Sarti Beach: Just a couple minutes walk for the village of Sarti
Parking: Yes
Suitable for families: yes
Toilets available: No
Beach bars available: Many taverns available along the coast
Lifeguards on site: Yes
Lagomandra Beach- Uniquely picturesque This beach is also one of the most beautiful beaches of Chalkidiki. It delights you with its long sandy
beach, the calm water and the serenity of the ambient for an incomparable vacation feeling. Here you can unwind, rest and simply put everyday life
aside and be yourself.
Info:
Where to find Lagomandra Beach: Only 10 minutes drive from Neos Marmaras
Parking: Yes on the roadside
Suitable for families: yes
Toilets available: No
Beach bars available: Yes
Lifeguards on site: Yes
Acti Kalogrias Beach - Diving paradise This beach is an absolute insider tip, especially in the preseason, as it is then deserted. It is an absolute
diving and snorkeling paradise. A soft sandy beach with crystal- clear turquoise-blue water, for all the family. Here you can enjoy pure nature. You
should bring your own food and drink, as this beach has no bars or taverns. There are also only very few spots with shade, so you better bring your
own shade for sun protection.
Info:
Where to find Acti Kalogrias Beach: It is around 20 minutes drive from Neos Marmaras
Parking: Yes on the roadside
Suitable for families: yes
Toilets available: No
Beach bars available: No
Lifeguards on site: No
Platanitsi Beach - coral reef beach Another wonderful, family-friendly sandy beach is located at the “Planitis Camping” campsite. It can be reached
by car and is located near Sarti. At the existing beach bar, guests can borrow beach chairs and umbrellas for free. The special thing about this beach
is not only the wonderfully blue water, but also the well-preserved and beautiful coral reef. Caribbean feeling in the Aegean Sea, with impressive
views, soft white sand and crystal-clear waters. You can have a wonderful time snorkelling and diving admiring the impressive fauna and flora this
beach hides underwater.
Info:
Where to find Platanitsi Beach: It is around 10 minutes drive from Sarti
Parking: Yes on the roadside
Suitable for families: Yes
Toilets available: Yes
Beach bars available: Yes
Lifeguards on site: Yes
Paradeisos Beach Paradeisos Beach is the northern beach of Neos Marmaras. There are many good taverns and beach bars. The beach combines
sand and pebble and it is organized with sun beds and parasols. It is a narrow stretch of beach that serves the hotels and apartment complexes of
the surrounding area. It offers both a pebble and a sandy beach and is highly recommended for families.
Info:
Where to find Paradeisos Beach: It is around 5 minutes drive from Neos Marmaras
Parking: Yes on the roadside
Suitable for families: Yes
Toilets available: Yes
Beach bars available: Yes
Lifeguards on site: Yes
Armenistis Beach – Idyllic Camping This golden sandy beach with crystal clear turquoise shimmering water is located on the bay near the
"Armenistis Camping" campsite,12km north of Sarti. It is honoured with a blue flag and it is one of the most organized campsites in Greece. You get
to this enchanting, beautiful beach through the campsite, where you may have to pay a small parking fee depending on the occupancy.
Info:
Where to find Armenistis Beach: It is around 15 minutes drive from Sarti
Parking: Yes, but it may be a small parking fee by the campsite
Suitable for families: Yes
Toilets available: Yes
Beach bars available: Yes
Lifeguards on site: Yes
Nikiti Beach - Promenade Beach The beach is located directly on the small coastal town of Nikiti. It is a very popular and lively beach with both
Greek and foreign tourists. The beach is well organized with beach bars, taverns and cafes to enjoy your stay there, with most of them in short
walking distance. The beach is suitable for everyone and offers the same crystal clea bluer water as most of the beaches in Chalkidiki. The variety of
beach bars and the other local places take care of the physical well-being of every guest. A beach to unwind, relax, enjoy and feel good!
Info:
Where to find Nikiti Beach: It is around 1 hour drive from Nea Moudania
Parking: Yes, on the site
Suitable for families: Yes
Toilets available: Yes
Beach bars available: Yes
Lifeguards on site: Yes
ATHOS
Ouranoupoli Beach - archaeological scenary This beach is located on the border with the monastic state of Athos, the most touristic place on
Athos peninsula, here you can swim, relax, and enjoy the beautiful and unique nature and at the same time take a small cultural journey from a deck
chair on one of the most beautiful beaches in the eastern part of Cahlkidiki.Right on the beach is the old Byzantine Andronikos tower, of the 14th
century. Right behind the tower is situated the picturesque village of Ouranoupoli with many tavernas, cafes and souvenir shops, which invites you
to stroll around.Ouranopouli frequently offers organized excursions to the ruins of the ancient fortress the so called Franconia-castle near the village
and boat-tours to the monastery of Athos They are both not far from the beach. If you want to combine art and culture with a day at the beach,
you've come to the right place.
Info:
Where to find Ouranoupoli Beach: The beach is about 2 hours drive from Thessaloniki. It is a short walk from the Ouranoupolis village
Parking: Yes, in the village
Suitable for families: Yes
Toilets available: Yes
Beach bars available: Yes, many taverns and cafes nearby
Lifeguards on site: No
Komitsa Beach If you take a trip to the Athos region on the third finger, you should not miss this picturesque and unique beach of Komitsa.
Embedded in green forests and wild mountain landscapes, it stands out from the other beaches with its wild, untouched nature and originality. Here
you can really recover from the historical and scenic impressions after a cultural tour with a bathing break and rest yourself before the journey.
Info:
Where to find Komitsa Beach: a short 20 minutes drive from the Ouranoupolis village
Parking: Yes, close to the beach
Suitable for families: Yes
Toilets available: No
Beach bars available: No
Lifeguards on site: No
Amouliani Island:
If you want to find absolute peace and relaxation in a paradisiacal environment, the island of Amouliani is the right choice. If you have the time, for a
day or a weekend trip is highly recommended. A15 minutes trip by ferry from the port of Tripiti you can easily go to this fascinating island full of
romantic and secluded spots. You can choose one of the idyllic and hidden beaches and enjoy to the full with your company in absolute peace. You
go there to unwind, rest and just be.
Alykes Beach – Pure Romance Alykes Beach on Amouliani is definitely the absolute dream beach. It impresses with its fine, light and white sandy
beach and offers a fantastic panoramic view of the surrounding wonderful landscapes. Nothing stands in the way of an unforgettable romantic day
by the sea
Info:
Where to find Alykes Beach: A15 minutes trip by ferry from the port of Tripiti
Parking: Yes, close to the beach
Suitable for families: Yes
Toilets available: Yes
Beach bars available: Yes
Lifeguards on site: No
West Chalkidiki
Nea Kallikratia Beach – Action and Party The beach is not for those looking for peace and quiet and intimate moments. Anyone who comes here
can enjoy the golden beach with its turquoise-blue water along with the wide range of action and entertainment options. A lot of water activities and
partying is in order every day. It is not far from the city of Thessaloniki and is a very popular party destination. You will find a few night clubs and
many trendy beach bars where you can really can have fun, dance and party with your friends. Here bathing and partying can be done in one place.
The many Greek taverns and small snack bars there definitely take care of your physical well-being. You will be spoilt for choice by this rich offer of
options.
Info:
Where to find Nea Kallikratia Beach: A 40 minutes drive to the south from Thessaloniki
Parking: Yes, car-parks close to the beach
Suitable for families: Yes
Toilets available: Yes
Beach bars available: Yes
Lifeguards on site: Yes
Geoponika Beach (Mykoniatika Beach)– Insider tip A real insider tip for those looking for peace and quiet is this Geoponika beack, located near
to Kallikratia Beach. There are relatively few tourists on this beach, so you can still find real peace and relaxation there. It is only a 30 minutes walk
from Nea Kallikratia.
Info:
Where to find Geoponika Beach: A 30 minutes walk or 10 minutes drive from Kallikratia
Parking: Yes
Suitable for families: Yes
Toilets available: Yes in the restaurants
Beach bars available: Yes
Lifeguards on site: Yes
Potidea Beach – Family- & Partybeach In the northernmost village of Kassandra, in Nea Potidea, also known as the Gateway to Kassandra, you will
find a beautiful 2 km long white sandy beach. With gently sloppy water which make it perfect for small kids. There a few beach bars, taverns and
cafes right on the beach, bit also you can play beach volleyball, paddle ball or rent a pedal boat and enjoy the view of the beach from the sea. In the
summer months, the promenade next to the beach is full of life and turns into a cheerful, colorful and lively place, where families, young people and
couples will gather to enjoy the sun and the sea.
Infos:
Parking spaces available: Yes, large parking lot right on the beach
Suitable for families: Yes
Toilets available: yes
Beach bars available: Yes
Lifeguards on site: Yes
Nea Flogita Beach- Lively Beach Parties This 1km long beautiful bright beach with more than 600 palm trees is a few minutes' walk from the town
of the same name and only 52 km from Thessaloniki. The waters are crystal clear sea, extremely warm and shallow. This is the reason you will find
several beach bars, cafes and taverns along the beach but also plentiful water sports options such as surfing or jet skiing. In the evening, the beach
promenade turns into a party zone. This beach is the best option for everyone who does not want to miss out on action and partying in addition to
sunbathing.
Infos:
Suitable for families: Yes
Parking spaces available: Yes
Toilets available: yes
Beach bars available: Yes
Lifeguard: Yes
AGIOS MAMAS- 3.500 m of Beach Paradise A few minutes drive from Nea Moudania is the beautiful village of Agios Mamas, embedded in a
beautiful landscape with olive groves and a beautiful 3,500 m long sandy and pebble beach. Situated on the light blue, sparkling Toronasian Sea, you
can enjoy the bright sun with a frappe or a cocktail, go swimming or just read a nice book. Most of the beach is organized with beach bars. However,
you can also find beautiful, secluded and quiet spots just for yourself.
Infos:
Suitable for families: Yes
Parking spaces available: Yes, mostly near the beach!
Toilets available: Yes, at the beach bars!
Beach bars available: yes, partly!
Lifeguard: Yes, at the beach bars!
NEA MOUDANIA Beach – Popular City Beach Above all, Nea Moudania beach, a wide and clean beach with soft golden sand, very popular among
locals and Greek inland tourists. It is only 30 minutes drive from Thessaloniki. Because of its proximity to the state capital, it is a very popular
destination for the people from the city of Thessaloniki. Right next to the beach you will find many vacation apartments with a first-class service and
breathtaking sea views. The beach is well organized with several beach bars, loungers and umbrellas. You can have a nice vacation time at Nea
Moudania.
Infos:
Suitable for families: Yes
Parking spaces available: Yes, there is a large parking lot near the beach!
Toilets available: yes
Beach bars available: Yes
Lifeguard: Yes