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Karagatsia Beach, Halkidiki

See practical info for Karagatsia in Halkidiki, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.

The cove named after its elm trees

Karagatsia lies on the northwest coast of Ammouliani, the only inhabited island of Halkidiki, about two kilometres from the village. The name is said to come from the karagatsia, as elm trees are called locally, the trees that grew around the cove.

The sandy shore unfolds below green hills, with golden sand both on land and on the seabed, in a landscape that still keeps much of the island's natural character. Ammouliani itself was until 1925 a metochi of the Vatopedi Monastery of Mount Athos and was then settled by refugees from the islands of the Propontis, a history that explains why the island remained a fishermen's place for decades before becoming a summer destination.

The beach has an organized section with sunbeds, umbrellas and a beach bar in the summer season, while much of the shore remains free. Access is by road to near the beach, with parking nearby, natural shade in places, and a cafe and taverna a short distance away.

Region
Halkidiki, Greece
Beach type
Sandy
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
40.32514, 23.8955

About this beach

The bay at Karagatsia opens to the south-west, so it usually has natural cover from southerly, south-easterly and westerly winds. Orientation only reflects which way the coast faces, not confirmed shelter, so check wind and waves in the app before you go.

Karagatsia has sand underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water — handy for families with young children.

For amenities, Karagatsia has an organised beach, a beach bar, sunbeds, natural shade, parking nearby and food nearby. There is a campsite nearby (Alikes, ~1789 m).

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