The Kassandra Peninsula is an offshoot in the western part of Halkidiki. The sandy beaches of Kassandra stretch for about 50 kilometers. There are resorts of various levels on the peninsula. For example, Kallithea is a bustling youth resort. And the town of Nea Potidea is more suitable for families.
The small peninsula of Kassandra (Greek Κασσάνδρα) is an offshoot at the western tip of the Greek peninsula of Chalkidiki. Kassandra is separated from the mainland by the Potidea Canal. The area of the peninsula is 333.7 km2. Practically along the entire perimeter of Kassandra, there is a string of beaches, many of which are "wild" and attract lovers of secluded relaxation.
Resorts on Kassandra Peninsula
Kallithea is the noisiest resort where young people prefer to relax. The nightlife here dies down only at sunrise. And in the afternoon, numerous cafes and taverns open their doors, where guests are invited to taste seafood dishes. The resort also has a bowling alley, go-karting and an equestrian club. The beaches of Kallithea are mostly sandy, but not all of them have a gentle slope into the water. Several of the resort's beaches have been awarded the Blue Flag for their cleanliness and well-developed infrastructure. Beach vacation here can be combined not only with entertainment, but also with shopping. The city has shops selling souvenirs, cosmetics, fur coats.
Afitos is a picturesque Greek village, on the streets of which old restored mansions alternate with small hotel complexes and apartments. All shops and taverns are concentrated in the central part of Afytos. And if you walk along its outskirts, you will find yourself in a typical Greek village where the locals grow olives or grapes. Among the beaches of Afytos there are both equipped and unequipped. Lovers of solitude can find small cozy coves here. Connoisseurs of comfortable rest on the equipped beaches are offered sun loungers and umbrellas. Afitos is a fairly quiet and peaceful resort that is great for families.
Nea Fokea is a former fishing village turned into a small resort town. The beaches are sandy, and on some of them visitors can rent sun loungers and umbrellas, as well as buy refreshments and use showers. The main architectural landmarks of the town are the Byzantine tower, erected in 1407, and the chapel of St. Paul with an underground passage. Through the underground passage you can get into the cave where the holy spring is located.
Nea Potidea is a small town located on a narrow isthmus of the peninsula. There are no luxury hotel complexes in Nea Potidea, only apartments and small hotels are offered to tourists. The beaches of the town are clean and well-groomed. There are no noisy entertainment venues in Nea Potidea, but some hotels host parties and concerts. In general, this resort is quite quiet and is positioned as a place for family vacations.
Climate
Due to the presence of mountains and pine forests, the Kassandra Peninsula has very favorable climatic conditions. The climate of the peninsula is Mediterranean, so the beach season here lasts from May to October. The average daily air temperature in May is +22 ° С. In summer, on the hottest days, the air warms up to + 35 … + 40 ° C. The velvet season begins in the second half of September.
