About Halkidiki
Chalkidiki is a peninsula and regional unit of Greece, divided into three “legs” and part of the Region of Central Macedonia in Northern Greece. The legs are composed of Pallene, Sithonia, and Agion Oros, which contains Mount Athos and its monasteries. Its largest towns are Nea Moudania, Nea Kallikrateia and the capital town of Polygyros.
Known as a popular summer tourist destination, it has the perfect combination of good weather, multiple landscapes, and water shades. The glorious natural setting is complemented by the rich culinary fare of the region, good nightlife, great hospitality, and traditional religious ceremonies and rituals.
Properties for sale in Halkidiki
Besides being a magical place, it is also can be considered one of the best places for investments in Greece. Real Estate Halkidiki has many reasons to celebrate as it attracts thousands of tourists almost all over the year due to its warm weather and affordable prices.
The enthusiastic Real Estate sector counts with many properties for sale in Halkidiki, which investors are able to find the ideal property without any struggle. In addition, it is also possible to find different options in places like Kassandra, Sithonia, Polygiros such as Halkidiki villas for rent.
Kassandra real estate
Kassandra is a peninsula in the region, known for its beaches. It’s separated from the mainland by the ancient Nea Potidea Canal. On the northeast coast, in Afitos village, St. Demetrius Church is a domed basilica with a bell tower. The Folklore Museum, in a traditional stone house, features pottery and farming tools. Just north is Nea Fokea town, with a 15th-century Byzantine watchtower. The charming town makes Kassandra Real Estate very complete, counting with many good options to meet your wishes and budget.
Sithonia real estate for sale
Sithonia, also known as Longos, is located on a larger peninsula within Greece. The Kassandra Peninsula lies to the west of Sithonia and the Mount Athos peninsula to the east. Place of one the most visited beaches in the region, such as Orange Beach, Porto Koufo and Sarti Beach, Sithonia real estate offers a big variety of properties for sale and reasonably priced.
Polygyros
Polygyros is the capital of the Halkidiki, which during the last years it has developed and transformed into a modern country town. Polygyros is the Administrative Center of the Prefecture, and it aims at becoming the point of reference of civilization, sports, art and education through the various activities that keep pace with the Greek and European spirit.
Halkidiki villas
If traveling with family or special occasions, you should consider the big variety of Luxury Villas for a unique experience.
How to get to Halkidiki
In case you don’t know how to get there, there are many possible and easy ways to do it. Here is some useful information:
If you consider going by plane, the International Airport of Thessaloniki which is the airport that serves Halkidiki and connects the region with approximately 31 countries, as well as 35 cities and islands in Greece. Also, the airport is located close to the Egnatia Motorway (Egnatia Odos), which visitants can easily rent a car and reach Halkidiki in approximately 1h and a half.
In addition, the Egnatia Motorway (Egnatia Odos), which crosses Greece from its westernmost edge -Italy (Igoumenitsa)- to its easternmost borders with Turkey (Kipi, Evros), is a modern motorway of international standards, equipped with devices and safety systems that aim at protecting and helping the motorists. Egnatia Odos meets the Ring Road of Thessaloniki which leads to the National Road towards Halkidiki.
If coming all the way by car, these are the connection from Egnatia Odos Motorway to the Halkidiki Road Network:
-From Italy: Igoumenitsa --> Egnatia Odos Motorway towards Thessaloniki.
-From Turkey: Kipi --> Egnatia Odos Motorway towards Thessaloniki
-From Albania: Kakavia --> Greek National Road towards Ioannina ® Egnatia Odos towards Thessaloniki
-From F.Y.R.O.M.: Evzoni --> Greek National Road towards Thessaloniki until reaching the Egnatia Odos Motorway
-From Bulgaria: Promachonas --> Greek National Road towards Thessaloniki until reaching the Egnatia Odos Motorway
The connection from Egnatia Odos Motorway to the Halkidiki Road Network:
Exit K1 Thessaloniki
Exit K4 Thessaloniki
Exit Redina
Exit Vrasna-Asprovalta
Taxis and buses are also an option, and they take you from the airport to the Coach Station of Halkidiki (KTEL) in Thessaloniki. There you can take the coach to reach the destination of your choice. Tickets can be purchased by vending machines on board the service.
The last option is by train, but you only reach Thessaloniki and then you’ll need to use the alternatives above. Travelers coming by train from other parts of Greece or from abroad arrive at the Train Station of Thessaloniki. After arriving at the Train Station of Thessaloniki, take a taxi or the bus to reach to the Coach Station of Halkidiki (KTEL), in Thessaloniki, and then take the coach to reach Halkidiki.
For more information, visit the website of Hellenic Railways Services: www.trainose.gr
By coach: All the villages and the beaches of Halkidiki are connected by coaches to Thessaloniki. There are buses that run daily and several times per day, throughout the year.
Information - Coach Station of Halkidiki (KTEL):
Thessaloniki Station +30 2310 316565, 316555
Polygyros Station +30 23710 22309
Nea Moudania Station +30 23730 21228
Arnea Station +30 23720 22278
Kassandria Station +30 23740 22214