Beautiful views of callithea. Open left menu Kalithea, Chalkidiki What is Kalithea and where is it located

The small but cozy and comfortable village of Kallithea in Halkidiki is quite a popular holiday destination among tourists. It has all the necessary infrastructure for a comfortable beach holiday, comfortable sandy beaches and a good selection of hotels and apartments. The village is not large, located right on the seashore, but to get to the beach you have to cross the road and go down the hill.

There is no embankment as such in Kallithea, and to get to the sea you need to go down a small path across this road. It’s convenient to go down, but you’ll have to climb back 300 meters, which is difficult in the heat, especially for the elderly. The road is not congested, the traffic on it is calm, you can cross along the zebra crossing.

There are many taverns and various shops in Kallithea, both grocery and souvenir shops. In the evenings it’s nice to take a walk here, sit in some stylish tavern with a cup of coffee and get acquainted with the national Greek cuisine. In some taverns, the owners organize Greek evenings with national music and dancing, which pleasantly brightens up the evening for any company. There are such creative taverns that offer stunning views of the sea. For the sake of such beauty and views, Greeks from neighboring villages often come to Kallithea for dinner. At the same time, the village itself is quiet and not a party place; there are no discos or noisy events in it. All noisy bars and youth restaurants are located on the outskirts and do not cause any inconvenience. or you can safely take a hotel anywhere in the village, not necessarily on the first line, because from the farthest point to the sea is no more than a kilometer.

Kallithea on Kassandra has an excellent sea; there are almost never waves here, because... all beaches are protected from the winds by mountains. Moreover, the entry into the sea is gentle, which is very convenient for families with children. The sea here is very beautiful, the water is clean and transparent, and the beaches are equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay: sun loungers, umbrellas, changing rooms and fresh showers. If sunbeds and umbrellas are not included in your hotel price, then you will have to pay about 6-8 euros for them per set. You can also sit on the beach with your umbrella on your blanket or towel. During the high season, there are many tourists with children on the beaches of Kallithea, which may not please everyone.

To travel around the area, it is best to rent a car or book an excursion, because... There are not many attractions in Halkidiki, and those that exist are not close, and public transport will not always please with its schedule.

Umbrellas on the beach

The water on the beaches of Kallithea is very clear and clean

Sea in Kallithea

Sandy beach of Kallithea. Halkidiki

Kallithea is located in Halkidiki on the Kassandra peninsula on its eastern shore at a distance of 70 kilometers from Macedonia Airport in Thessaloniki. Getting to Kallithea by public transport is not easy because, firstly, it is long and inconvenient, and secondly, public transport in Kassandra does not run very regularly, to put it mildly. First you will need to get from the airport to the city bus station, and then take a bus to Kallithea. Travel time from the station to the village is approximately two hours. Therefore, it is best to either book a transfer or take a taxi in advance. The cost of a taxi from the airport in Thessaloniki will cost you approximately 100-120 euros. You can also rent a car.

I’ll start with the fact that I’ve been living in Greece, in the city of Thessaloniki, for the second year now, and I want to share my impressions of travel, everyday life, language, cuisine, local features and beauty.

It is no coincidence that I decided to write about the resort village of Kallithea on the Halkidiki peninsula, in that part of it called Kassandra and located only 90 kilometers from Thessaloniki. The name Kallithea means “ good view”, and there are several places in Greece with the same name (such as the area on the island of Rhodes), but I really like the views in Halkidiki, they are truly inspiring and enchanting.

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This village is the most cosmopolitan place in Halkidiki and the epicenter of the nightlife of the entire peninsula. The infrastructure here is very developed - you will find everything you need: many shops with a varied assortment (from souvenirs and traditional food products and cosmetics to fur coats), cafes, bars, snack bars, hotels and apartments of various types. price categories, nightclubs and dance floors. There are also very clean beaches with white sand.

A little history and archeology: in the vicinity of the village there was an ancient temple of Ammon Zeus (the Ammon Zeus Hotel 4* is named after him), dating back to the beginning of the 4th century BC and additional buildings of an amphitheater and an altar from the Roman Empire period, which were discovered during construction hotel in 1969. Throughout Greece, archaeological sites are often discovered this way, when constructing subways in larger cities, for example, since they are literally everywhere here. It can be surprising and paradoxical for a foreigner - how archaeological sites calmly fit in and coexist with modern ones and simply coexist with Greek everyday life. Also in Kallithea there is the ancient cave of Dionysus, where worship ceremonies were held even in more distant antiquity, and later Roman baths (1-2 centuries AD), which were something like spas with therapeutic procedures. Access to all archaeological sites is free, and there are signs and plans in Greek and English everywhere. Kallithea is also the former patrimony of the monks from the monastery of St. Panteleimon (the patron saint of these places), which was rebuilt in 1925. Each On July 27, a holiday dedicated to the Saint is celebrated here.Just 4 km away is the town of Afitos with an ethnographic museum where you can see interesting exhibits and stories of the area.

And now it's time to refresh yourself. Taverns, cafes and restaurants here are usually open from 11.00 - 12.00 until late in the evening. Most tourists have breakfast in hotels, early in the morning you can also drink coffee and have a snack in small eateries and bakeries, where they make very tasty pies (pitas) with different fillings (spinach, feta cheese, sweet cream), in which case you can spend on coffee and pie just a few euros (3-5).

Among the taverns, I would like to especially note the “Dias” tavern (as Zeus is called in modern Greek)) for its exquisite seafood and meat dishes, interior and exterior design (a cozy area surrounded by a garden and a wonderful view of the Toronean Gulf, there is also a children’s playground). The peculiarity of this tavern, which is in no way inferior to the status of a restaurant, but with more affordable prices (you can have lunch or dinner from 20 euros per person), has a special atmosphere; it is a family business of the spouses Antonis and Falia and their five children, which they founded back in 1991 , and since then they have carefully taken care of each of their guests. It has its own production of homemade products, such as wine, tsipouro (something like grape moonshine), honey, cheese and olives. While I was writing, I really wanted to go back there.

Another time, you can look into “Taverna Elena” in the very center of the village, where signature recipes are prepared in a special way, at home, in a saucepan (this is original, since, generally, taverns have a lot of fried or baked food), you can also order a dish with a variety of meats or seafood to try them in variety. Pleasant atmosphere, summer terrace covered with grapes and delicious local wines (prices from 10-20 euros per person, depending on the number of orders and guests).

The youth “Cocktails Cafe Bar LAVA”, also in the center, will delight you with excellent service, drinks and cocktails. For example, you can enjoy a cup of Greek Helliniko coffee for 3 euros per person.

And very close to the beach there is the Coralie tavern, which also has many advantages: large parking, a variety of seafood and meat dishes, and by ordering any drink, you can freely use a sun lounger on the beach.

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Now I suggest you explore the local beaches. Kallithea beach is located in the bay opposite the second finger or toe of Halkidiki - Sithonia, which is why there are no strong waves here and you can admire the view of the holy Mount Athos. The beaches are very clean, sandy, there are no large stones; parents with small children will definitely like it.

In the areas behind the village, where hotels are mainly located, the adjacent beaches have been awarded a blue flag (this means that it is very clean, safe and beautiful), for example, Kriopigi beach is surrounded by pine trees, palm trees and eucalyptus trees that literally grow on the beach. Its t the area is also free from maritime traffic.

The beaches have changing cabins, sports grounds, and showers.

In addition to swimming (by the way, in July there is an international swimming marathon across the Toroneos Gulf), you can practice any sea sports with professional trainers, there is a separate diving school (“Triton”), as well as entertainment such as bowling and go-karting.

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A little about hotels. There is a really rich selection of them in this region. From the simplest 2-3* and apartments to luxury hotels, I especially like “Aegean Melathron”, where I once witnessed a fabulously beautiful wedding ceremony. Near Kallithea there is a popular hotel complex G-Hotels, in which “Athos Palace Hotel 4*” stands out for its high service and location (located on a cape among gardens and greenery) and the fact that it is suitable for any category of tourists. And for vacationers with children, this season a children's club "GREKOLETO" from Mouzenidis Travel has appeared. Qualified educators and trainers, animators (Russian and English languages), a variety of sports and creative activities, games and master classes for children of 2 age groups: 4-8 years old and 8-12 years old, and even evening entertainment show programs and mini-disco.

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It's already sunset, time to explore the adult nightlife that everyone has heard so much about. Let's start with the largest and most famous nightclub “Ahoy”, it has existed for 20 years, and accommodates more than 3,000 people, open from the end of April to the end of September (every day). There are always new dance music from all over the world and new items from the Greek repertoire; themed parties are held in different styles, with guest celebrity DJs.

Kallithea Beach, or Kallithea, is one of the many beaches of the Kassandra Peninsula, located on its eastern coast in the village of Kallithea in the Halkidiki region. This is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Kassandra, thanks to its natural conditions, as well as its developed service sector.

This holiday destination is perfect for both young people, for whom Kallithea has a lot of entertainment, and for a relaxing family holiday. In addition to all its advantages, Kallithea beach is also quite free, it is not too crowded. Many people come here to enjoy the silence and relax in a pleasant, calm atmosphere.

Rest conditions

Kallithea is a pebble and sand beach. The stones here are not too large, and the sand is fine, soft and sparkling in the sun. The descent into the sea on the beach is quite gentle and also does not have very large stones. Moreover, the water depth in the bay is shallow, and in order for its level to be higher than your height, you will need to cover a considerable distance. This is one of the reasons for the popularity of family holidays on Kallithea beach.

The beach itself is very clean and has no trash. The water is emerald and transparent, so that through it you can see very beautiful shells and stones covered with algae at the bottom. One of the most important confirmations of its purity is the fact that it is marked with the Blue Flag. This is an international award that recognizes the most environmentally friendly and least polluted resorts.

Kallithea beach has a well-developed infrastructure for a comfortable stay. First of all, it is worth noting that it is not too crowded here, and therefore there are enough sunbeds and umbrellas with which the beach is equipped for all vacationers. There are also changing cabins and showers here.

Weather on Kallithea beach

Thanks to the convenient location of the beach among the hills, it is always very calm and almost windless. The waves in the bay are very small, so swimming here is safe even for children, and there are almost no storms. The comfortable Mediterranean climate with long and warm summers allows tourists to relax on Kallithea beach from May to October. The air temperature at this time fluctuates around 25-35 degrees Celsius, and there is very little precipitation in the summer. The water in the bay near the beach warms up quite quickly due to its shallow depth. Please note that the sand also becomes very hot in the sun, so you should not walk on the beach without shoes.

Kallithea Beach is a great place to enjoy a quiet holiday and warm sun.

In winter, the weather on the beach is not conducive to relaxation, as it is a very rainy season. Moreover, the air temperature is not very high, on average 15 degrees. Pay attention to this fact and try to plan your holiday on Kallithea beach during the warm season.

Things to do

Fans of traditional beach holidays will be pleased with the local conditions. Adults can sunbathe on sun loungers, and children will be delighted by the snow-white sand and clear warm water. Around the beach and on its territory there are small cafes, bars and taverns where you can drink cold drinks or have a full lunch.

For those who want to spend their holiday more active, Kallithea Beach also offers plenty of water sports opportunities. There is a whole water sports center here, which offers water skiing or banana boat rides, paragliding over the sea and diving. The local clear waters and diversity of flora and fauna are especially conducive to diving, and you don’t need to have experience to do it. You can also rent a canoe, catamaran or sailing yacht on the beach. In different parts of the beach there are sports grounds where you can play volleyball.

Be sure to just take a walk along the shore. You'll find plenty of unusual views and great photo spots. Previously, Kallithea beach was a place of pilgrimage, as the temples of Ammon Zeus and Dionysus were located here. To this day you can observe the ruins of these ancient sanctuaries.

You can also go a little further, beyond the beach area, and get to the entertainment center, where you can play bowling or ride horses and go-karts. Kallithea also has shops where you can buy shoes, clothes, jewelry and, of course, souvenirs. Famous local clubs are located outside the village so as not to disturb vacationers.

After a walk through the hills of Kallithea, the reason for its poetic name (translated from Greek “ beautiful view") - a wonderful landscape truly opens up from almost any point. The modern village was founded at the beginning of the 20th century by immigrants from Greece who returned to their homeland from Asia Minor. The origins of the ancient history of the settlement date back to the Hellenistic period - archaeologists date the temple ruins discovered here to the 4th century BC. e.

The majority of hotels are located outside the village. Thessaloniki is 90 km away.

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How to get to Kallithea

A taxi from Macedonia Airport will take you to Kallithea in just over one hour, the trip will cost around 80-100 EUR. KTEL buses depart regularly from Thessaloniki to Kallithea and back. You can rent a car in the village. Prices on the page are for October 2018.

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Beaches of Kallithea

In the village itself, the beach is sandy and clean (awarded the “blue flag”), but it has one significant drawback - the descent and ascent from it to the center of the village takes place along a rather steep long staircase.

The beaches adjacent to the village are located on the territory of hotels, one of the best is another blue flag holder, Kriopygy 2 beach, located 2.5 km south of the village and belongs to the Alexander The Great hotel. A well-maintained beautiful beach with white sand is surrounded by coniferous forests, palm trees and eucalyptus trees. The territory is free from sea traffic and water activities.

Shopping

Large assortment and low prices presented in the Masutis supermarket chain. There are also souvenir shops and a couple of fur coat shops.

Maps of Kallithea, Chalkidiki

Restaurants

The village has many inexpensive, tasty taverns, so choosing a place for lunch or dinner will not be difficult. But you won’t be able to have breakfast or drink morning coffee - cafes and restaurants open no earlier than 12.00.

Tavern Diaz, just outside Kallithea, has good food, large portions and impressive views of the bay.

Popular hotels in Kallithea

Entertainment and attractions of Kallithea

Kallithea has the status of the most party place in Halkidiki. The entertainment complex consists of several discos, the largest of which is Ahoy, and is located two kilometers from the village. Therefore, in Kallithea itself there is peace and quiet at night, but in hotels located nearby, music can be heard (especially in rooms facing the clubs).

The most active and eventful month of nightlife is August.

An alternative to dancing until the morning can be bowling, karting, an equestrian club, as well as all types of water activities on the beach.

History and archeology buffs can explore the ruins of the temples of Ammon Zeus and Dionysus. At 4 km is the town of Afitos, notable for its rich history, which can be found in the local ethnographic museum, and an excellent beach.

Events

On July 27, local residents celebrate a holiday dedicated to the patron saint of the village - St. Panteleimon. Since 1971, an international swimming marathon across the Toroneos Gulf has been held in July, starting in Kallithea and ending in Sithonia, in the village of Nikiti.