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    Find Your Perfect Beach in Chalkidiki

    28 beaches found in Chalkidiki
    28 beaches found in Chalkidiki
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    Agios Georgios Beach

    Chalkidiki

    Agios Georgios lies on the eastern / northeastern coast of Ammouliani island (just off Sithonia, Chalkidiki). The beach is considered one of the more beautiful on the southern side of Ammouliani. It is named after a small church (chapel) located on the coast. The setting is peaceful and attractive, especially for those seeking a quieter beach experience rather than a full resort beach.

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    Agios Ioannis Beach

    Chalkidiki

    Agios Ioannis is a sandy beach about 700 m long located along the road from Nikiti toward Neos Marmaras, in Sithonia. The water is described as clear and turquoise, with a gently sloping sandy bottom that makes it suitable for children. The beach is partly organized (particularly near the hotel part) and partly wild in its free stretches. Because of its orientation, the beach offers panoramic views from the main road, and there is a free zone (non-serviced) along part of it.

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    Agios Mamas Beach

    Chalkidiki

    Agios Mamas is a village on the Kassandra peninsula, near Nea Moudania, with a long sandy coastline stretching from the delta of the Olynthios river and connecting with the beaches of Kalyves Polygyrou. The beach here is broad and sandy, with clear shallow waters, making it appealing for both locals and tourists. The area behind the beach is developed with village amenities, and the beach has both organized and more natural stretches. It’s also ecologically notable: the area between Agios Mamas and Potidea includes lagoon-style water areas and is part of a Natura 2000 protected zone, hosting aquatic birds.

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    Elia Beach

    Chalkidiki

    Elia is a small coastal zone / settlement linked with Nikiti on Sithonia. The beach of Elia stretches roughly 2 km and begins approximately 8 km south of Nikiti, continuing from the Spathies area. The landscape is quite forested (pine trees / wooded background), and the beach is described as “narrow” in many stretches. Sea access is mixed: parts are pebbly / rocky at the waterline, while other parts are sandier. Because parts of the beach are less developed and backed by nature, Elia is often favored by those seeking a quieter, more natural experience.

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    Beach Bar
    Taverna
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    Fava Beach

    Chalkidiki

    Fava Beach is a relatively secluded cove beach located just south of Karidi Beach in the Sithonia region of Chalkidiki. The shoreline comprises a series of small bays tucked among rock formations and pine forest. The sea is clear and offers a more tranquil alternative to busier neighboring beaches. Because Fava is less developed, it retains a “hidden gem” vibe — fewer crowds, fewer built facilities, more nature.

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    Flogita Beach

    Chalkidiki

    Flogita is a coastal resort village on the western side of Chalkidiki, overlooking the Thermaic Gulf. Its beach is about 1 km long, sandy, with clear water and a gently sloping seabed. The beach is described as a “fully organized beach” in multiple sources. The setting is lively, with tavernas, beach bars, cafés and nightlife along the promenade behind the beach. On some days, visitors report moderate occurrences of seaweed, jellyfish, or mosquitoes, though these are not always present and depend on conditions.

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    Gerakini Beach

    Chalkidiki

    Gerakini (Yerakini) is a coastal village on the Chalkidiki peninsula, acting as the port for nearby Polygyros. Its beach (Paralia Gerakini) lies on the Toroneos gulf, along the road to Nikiti. The beach is described as vast and well organized, catering to tourists and local visitors. It combines stretches of sand (with some pebbles or stones in parts) and shallow waters, making it appealing especially for families. In many places, the beach area is organized by hotels and beach bars (sunbeds, umbrellas) in certain zones.

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    Hanioti Beach

    Chalkidiki

    Hanioti (also Chaniotis) is a lively resort village whose beach stretches along the town’s seafront. The shore is a mix of sand and fine pebbles, and the sea entrance is gentle, making it suitable for families. The beach is very well integrated into the village environment, with cafés, tavernas, shops and promenades immediately behind it. Due to its popularity, it tends to be busy in summer, especially midday.

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    Kalamitsi Beach

    Chalkidiki

    Kalamitsi is a tranquil, semi-circular bay beach at the southern tip of Sithonia. It features a broad, gently sloping golden sand shore and clear, calm waters, making it quite family-friendly. The beach is backed by a small village with tavernas, cafés, and guesthouses. Because of its natural protection from prevailing winds, it often offers peaceful swimming conditions. It’s also composed of three adjoining stretches — the main central organized section, a more isolated eastern/nudist stretch, and a section in front of a campsite.

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    About Chalkidiki

    Chalkidiki is a region of northern Greece shaped like a three-fingered hand reaching into the Aegean Sea, just south of Thessaloniki. Each peninsula has its own character: Kassandra, the westernmost, is the most developed and resort-oriented; Sithonia, the middle finger, is quieter and largely surrounded by pine forest meeting turquoise water; Mount Athos, the easternmost, is a self-governing monastic community closed to the general public — its beaches are not part of this guide.

    With 28 verified beaches and 11 Blue Flag certifications — the highest Blue Flag count in the regions covered here — Chalkidiki offers exceptional water quality and organized infrastructure. Kassandra hosts the Blue Flag beaches of Hanioti, Kryopigi, Polychrono, Sani, Possidi and Nea Moudania, alongside the luxury resort complex around Sani. Sithonia includes Toroni (Blue Flag), the iconic small coves of Kavourotrypes, the turquoise-water bay at Karydi, the lagoon-like Vourvourou archipelago, and the deep natural harbor of Porto Koufo — one of the largest in the Aegean.

    Most Chalkidiki beaches are sandy, with shallow gradual entries that suit families and weak swimmers. The water is typically calm and clear, sheltered from the strong meltemi winds that affect the Cyclades. Organized beaches dominate — sunbeds, beach bars, tavernas and parking are the norm — but Sithonia's smaller coves like Spathies, Fava and Kavourotrypes preserve a more natural, less-developed feel.

    Chalkidiki is an excellent choice for a family beach holiday or for travelers wanting reliable swimming without booking ferries. The region is accessible by car from Thessaloniki Airport in about 90 minutes to Kassandra and two hours to outer Sithonia. The season runs from late May to early October, with the warmest swimming from mid-June through September.