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MOUNT ATHOS AREA HALKIDIKI

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A well-hidden Greek corner, boasting a unique history,

tradition and culture! An ideally sited Greek destination,
with 300 kilometres of coastline, over 100 sandy beaches,
17 of them certified with blue flag eco labels!
Its name? Mount Athos Area (alkidiki)!
Overlooking the Mediterranean Aegean landscape, with
three areas protected by the European Convention Natura
2000 enclosing its golden and white beaches, the Mount
Athos Area is a reference point for summertime travellers!
Browse the best beaches in the area and then visit
www.mountathosarea.org to book your dream holidays
that will transform fantasy into experience!
The holidays you deserve!

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AreA orgAnizAtion
63075, Ouranoupoli Halkidiki, GR, F: +30 2377021139
info@mountathosarea.org | www.mountathosarea.org

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60. Eagles Palace
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42. Komitsa - Ktima Chantzi
43. Drenia
44. Feti
45. Penna
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For nature lovers

Olympiada Area
1. Sykia
A beautiful, small, golden beach, where the pines of the Aristotelian Mountain
reach the sea. It is located just below the archaeological site of Stagira,
the birthplace of the greatest philosopher of Greek history and teacher
of Alexander the Great: Aristotle.
2. Kefalas
A beach with turquoise waters, where the lush vegetation of the Aristotelian
Mountain, protected by the European Convention Natura 2000,
reaches the water, colouring it with unique natural hues.

Ierissos Area
3. Kakoudia
Its whitish rocks, in unique formations, white sand and Aegean blue create
a unique and atmospheric spectacle that will take your breath away.

Stratoni Area
4. Kouri
A vast, quiet, unique beach with high-quality seawater.

Mount Athos Land Border

5. Metallio - Nea Roda
A small isolated beach, crowned with pines. The granite blocks of its rocks
lend it a distinctive beauty, while the dense pines reach the sea.
6. Arsanas - Ouranoupoli
Just at the borders of Mount Athos, where the old naval station
of the Chromitsa Monastery separates the Holy Community from the rest
of the region, lies the beach of Arsanas, famous for its white pebbles
and an amazing view of Athos.

Kakoudia - Ierissos

For nature lovers

Ammouliani Island
7. Mousiou
A dreamy, magical beach with golden sand and a wooden pier
to moor your boat or yacht. A truly mythical beach!
8. Tratovoli
Accessible only by sea, it is famous for the quality of its sand and seawater!
9. Faka
A beach noted for its white sand, crystal-clear waters and dense vegetation,
where you can swim or indulge in diving.

Develiki Area
10. Kastri
A beach where you can feel embraced by the sea, with fine sand
and beautiful waters.
11. Chiliadou
A pebbled, quiet beach with crystal-clear waters and a view
of Ammouliani and the imposing Mount Athos.

Mousiou - Ammouliani
Ammouliani

For Families
Olympiada Area
12. Chrisi Akti
A large, golden beach, which stretches to that of the settlement of Olympiada,
creating a vast organised seaside! Fine sand, lovely shallow Aegean waters
and spectacular views of the Kapros islet make you feel that you are dreaming
of your perfect holidays!
13. Vina
A vast, sandy and well-organised beach (sunbeds, changing tents, showers,
bar, restaurant) greets you under the shade created by the surrounding thicket
of pines. The Aristotelian Mountain bathes it in its shade, while the
crystal-clear seawater carries the Mediterranean breeze everywhere. Enjoy!
14. Gourgourou
A long beach with fine, golden sand and shallow waters. It is ideal
for children, particularly in its southern end, next to the small rocks that mark
its boundaries. The pine thickets of the Aristotelian Mountain, which reach
the sea, offer rich shade. On its northern side, there is an organised resort
for children with special needs.

Akanthios Gulf Area

15. Stratoni
A 800m-long large and well-organised beach (sunbeds, changing tents,
showers, bar, restaurant), with fine sand and high-quality seawater.
16. Ierissos
The perfect beach! Crystal-clear waters, white thick sand and extensive
facilities (sunbeds, changing tents, showers, beach bars, cafes, restaurants,
taverns, clubs)! Enjoy the Greek summer with all your senses!
17. Nea Roda
A coastal settlement unfolds around the sandy arc of this stunning,
fully organized and dreamy beach. It is noted for its white sand
and wonderful clear waters.

Olympiada Area

Ammouliani Island

For Families

18. Megali Ammos

Its whitish sand, crystal-clear waters and sculpted rock formations
make this beach heaven on earth. The stunning views of Mount Athos
will take your breath away.
19. Ayios Georgios
This beautiful beach boasts a double embrace of golden sand that hosts
a few umbrellas/sunbeds and a makeshift wooden pier. A must-see.
20. Alykes
The most beautiful, famous, most photographed beach of Ammouliani
and of the entire Mount Athos Area! A swim in Alykes is definitely in a top-ten
list of things to do before you die. Wonderfully clear waters (blue flag
eco-label), fine white sand, Aegean views, many amenities, full facilities
(sunbeds, changing tents, showers, beach bars, cafes,
restaurants, taverns, clubs)!

Ouranoupoli Area
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A huge shore, a vast sea embrace, starts from the area of the harbour
of Trypiti and ends at the village of Ouranoupoli. Its crowded beaches unfold
along 5 km of sandy, clean, fully organised seaside, offering thousands
of visitors an authentic Greek summer experience.

Gomati Area
22. Xiro potami
Golden sand and shallow waters! An ideal beach for young children
with wonderful views of Mount Athos and Ammouliani Island.
23. Develiki
The well-organised Develiki beach, combining golden sand and pebbles,
is famed for the quality of its waters and the amenities it offers visitors
(sunbeds, changing tents, showers, rooms, cafes, restaurants, taverns)!
24. Pirgos
A pebbled beach with crystal-clear waters. It is very well organised
(beach bar) - perfect for families with small children.

Agios Georgios - Ammouliani

For a dramatic view

Olympiada Area
25. Proti Ammoudia
Sandy beach with great views of the walls of the ancient citadel of Stagira.
Its pine trees offer rich shade, while there is also a snack bar.

Ouranoupoli Area
26. Eagles Palace Resort & Spa
A well-organised beach in front of the famous namesake resort,
with breathtaking views. Your gaze reaches Ammouliani Island, Pyrgos
of Ouranoupoli and from there travels to the towering Mount Athos,
while the Athos bay kisses the white sand and bathes all human senses
in its salty breeze.
27. Theoxenia
A beautiful beach in front of the namesake resort, overlooking Ammouliani
Island and the islets at its end. The ultimately relaxing vision!
28. Alexandros Palace Hotels & Suites
A sandy beach in front of the excellent hotel, opposite Ammouliani,
so close you think you can reach it with your hand! Fine sand,
clear waters and excellent views of Mount Athos bay.

Ammouliani Island
29. Port
A golden beach near the main port of the island, with incredibly clear waters
and views of Mount Athos and the coastline of Ouranoupoli!
30. Janis
A small and beautiful coast with great views to Mount Athos and Athos.
Its paved pier, wicker umbrellas, fine sand and crystal-clear waters
promise dreamy summer holidays.

Drenia Island

For crazy white sand

Olympiada Area
31. Zougla
Amidst the lush vegetation of the Aristotelian Mountain, the white sandy beach
of Zougla peaks out like a bright crescent and welcomes many
- especially young - visitors.

Stratoni Area
32. Karvounoskala
Its white sand and pebbles are washed by pure seawater and create
a beautiful small beach, which took its name from the coal-loading docks
that once operated in the area.

Ierissos Area
33. Klisouri
The Acanthios Bay wets the horseshoe-shaped endless beach located
between Ierissos and Stratoni and creates a natural setting
that calms and soothes the senses.

Mount Athos Land Border

34. Komitsa
The northern boundary of the area of Nea Roda with Mount Athos
- in Scorpios - marks the end of the Komitsa beach, the largest and most
beautiful in the area. White sand, crystal-clear waters, an organised beach,
views of Mount Athos, dense vegetation and the scent of pristine vegetation...
Can you think of anything better?

Klisouri - Ierissos

For crazy white sand

Ammouliani Island
35. Karayatsia
At the end of this ravine, the slopes that rise on either side form an idyllic
retreat-like beach. It took its name from the elms (karayatsia) that grow nearby.
Its white sand, clear waters, makeshift steps, the tranquillity of the landscape
and the sea breeze will turn your visit into the most beautiful summer memory!
36. Tigani
An excellent beach on the namesake islet of the Drenia island complex,
south of Ammouliani. The cleanest water you have ever seen and a perfect
white sandy beach host the few visitors who arrive by boats and small yachts.
A must-see!

Develiki Area
37. Petalidi
A well-hidden beach, the best-kept secret of the olive-tree
clad hills that surround it.
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In the same corner, you will find many well-hidden alcoves,
waiting for you to enjoy them.

Pyrgadikia Area
39. Kampos
With a length of one kilometre, the Kampos beach is the longest beach
in the area of Pyrgadikia. White sand, crystal-clear waters
and a Mediterranean breeze turn your holiday into a celebration of the senses!

Tigani Island

For revitalization
Nea Roda, close to the land border of Mount Athos
40. Port
Very close to the traditional fishing village of Nea Roda, another welcoming,
quiet and sandy beach - amongst the best in the Acanthios Bay - looks onto
the Aegean, welcoming the Mediterranean breeze and the cool air of Athos.
A true summer oasis!
41. Komitsa - Camping
Its cool Aegean breeze that reinvigorates the senses and relaxes the mind,
its fine sand and crystal waters make Komitsa beach a must-see destination!

Pyrgadikia Area
47. Yalakia
The successive coves after Pyrgadikia, towards Agios Nikolaos,
create beaches out of a painting. Exceptional views of Ammouliani and Athos,
crystal-clear waters, fine sand and a lovely natural breeze
create an amazing feeling!

42. Komitsa - Ktima Chantzi

The combination of green and azure in all its glory! A famous beach noted
for its white sand, incredibly clear waters, pristine beach and views
of Mount Athos, combined with the relaxing Aegean breeze!
Can you think of anything better?

Ammouliani Island
43. Drenia
A sandy organised beach on the namesake islet in the "tail" of Ammouliani.
Beautiful, with crystal-clear shallow waters and wooden piers or stairs,
it lies amongst a complex of small islands and overlooks the bay of Mount
Athos, carrying the freshness of Athos in the morning north-eastern winds
and afternoon south-eastern winds.
44. Feti
A golden beach in the same area, overlooking Mount Athos.
Ideal for those looking to enjoy a summer swim, steeped in nature!
45. Penna
Close by - on the namesake islet - you will find unique beaches with golden
sand and clear waters, just perfect. Athos dominates the view and the natural
landscapes it forms create unforgettable feelings and experiences!
46. Artemi
Rocks and fine sand create beaches of outstanding natural beauty,
whose location, across from Mount Athos, refreshes the senses
of the privileged visitors who reach them by small boats!

Nea Roda

For camping
Olympiada Area
48. Zepko
The longest beach in the area (on the side of the Strymonikos Bay).
Boats, steps, seaside huts combined with crystal-clear waters and fine sand
make for a beautiful setting, where you can camp and enjoy
the beauty of a truly heavenly landscape.
49. Vasilitsi
A dreamy beach, crowned with pines, with turquoise waters
and coarse golden sand. An ideal place for camping!
50. Diavorvoro
A real blue-green paradise. A hidden corner between the sky and the sea,
where nature's colours dominate and alternate, creating dreamy landscapes
and settings!
51. Marmari
An exotic beach at the tip of the Brostomitsa peninsula, with breathtaking
natural beauty. The ultimate green of the Aristotelian Mountain meets
the Aegean blue, creating excellent colour combinations
as the Mediterranean light bathes the golden sandy beach.
Have you dreamed of anything better?

Stratoni Area
52. Port
An excellent choice for campers. An endless beach, an idyllic landscape
at the breakwater, a view of Athos, the scent of the Aegean, free fishing
and diving, fishing competitions and many facilities at the beach!

Ierissos Area
53. Camping
Crystal-clear seawater (blue flag eco-label), coarse white sand and many
facilities at the organised camping offer visitors the holidays of their dreams!

Komitsa Area

For camping
Ammouliani Island
54. Camping Alykes
In the beautiful, famous, most photographed beach of Ammouliani,
you can swim in the exquisite clear waters (blue flag eco-label),
suck up the sun on the fine white sand and the views of the Aegean,
enjoying the many facilities of the famous well-organised camping.
55. Megali Ammos
Looking onto Mount Athos, you can suck up the salty breeze of the Aegean
and the Mediterranean light, while relaxing for hours in the shade
of the pines and the listening to the buzzing of the cicadas!

Ammouliani

Megali Ammos

For water sports

Ierissos Area
56. Kozi
Surf in the Akantios Bay, starting from the organised beach of the namesake
beach bar and feel the airy freshness of the Aegean and the scent
of the Mediterranean flooding your body and soul!

Nea Roda Area

57. Copa Cabbana
Try surfing starting from the beach of the namesake beach bar,
very close to the pier of Nea Roda.

Ouranoupoli Area
58. Eagles Palace Resort & Spa
Explore the wondrous marine world of the Athonite bay by surfing,
starting from the beach of the namesake resort, either using your own board,
or by hiring one you like from the local water sports school.
The tour of the sea, sun and colours will leave you mesmerised!

Eagles Palace Resort & Spa

For diving
Stratoni Area
59. Porto
Excellent underwater life, with an entire hippocampus colony living
and moving in the crystal-clear waters of the seabed,
in the only beach of the region hosting such underwater fauna.

Ouranoupoli Area
60. Eagles Palace Resort & Spa
Dive in the organised diving centre of the Eagles Palace Resort & Spa
and enjoy the warm, clear and calm waters and a seabed
with an incredibly rich and diverse underwater life.

Ammouliani Area
61. Faka Island
Indulge in snorkelling off the rocky islet of Faka, north of Ammouliani,
and enjoy the feel of its clear waters, white sand and rich underwater life.

Faka Island

MOUNT ATHOS AREA ORGANISATION

63075 Ouranoupoli, Halkidiki
Tel. & Fax: +30 2377021139
e-mail: info@mountathosarea.org
www.mountathosarea.org