Pefkohori, Greece, is located on the Kassandra peninsula. If you move to the east of the peninsula, it will be the penultimate settlement. Further on, only Paliuri is located, and beyond it, by road, you can go to the west coast. Pefkohori is home to very friendly people, comfortable hotels and cozy restaurants with sea cuisine are offered to tourists. The natural beauty of Halkidiki, with its pine forests, olive, pomegranate and citrus trees, invites you to relax in harmony. The sea in these parts of Greece is crystal clear.
Features of the resort town
The name of the town of Pefkohori, Halkidiki, comes from the merger of two words “pefko” and “hori”, which in translation mean” pine “and”village”. It immediately becomes clear that the rest will take place in a settlement densely surrounded by pine forests. For improving health and strengthening the immune system, this is just a great option, so families with young children often have a rest here.
Pefkohori will be very comfortable for those who love excellent service, fine Greek cuisine, and those who are looking for peace and quiet. True, fans of fun and entertainment will also be able to relax here “to the fullest”, because they will have numerous parties, entertainment and travel at their service.
The village is located in the part of Halkidiki called Kassandra. Macedonia International Airport is 93 km from Pefkohori, while the northern capital is 115 km away. The village has a population of 1,655 people.
Pefkohori’s mixed sand and pebble beaches are clean and receive a Blue Flag from the Environmental Education Foundation every year. For most vacationers, this is a key indicator when choosing a place in Greece for swimming with children. On the cozy streets grow a lot of fragrant flowers and a variety of greenery. If you look from the beach, you can see the silhouette of the holy Mount Athos.
Comfortable beach holidays
The main beach in Pefkohori is covered with sand mixed with pebbles. Its width is on average 10 meters. In some places there is more sand than stones, in some places-less. Conventionally, the beach consists of three parts. A little to the left of the pier is the area of hotels and apartments. There are few tourists here, so there are always free sun beds with umbrellas. You can also sit directly on the sand.
If you walk to the right of Pefkohori Pier, you will get to the city beach. There are always a lot of people here, especially on weekends. In August, local residents are also added to the visiting vacationers, so we can say that “there is nowhere to fall”. Despite such a density of people, the water is always clean, and there is no garbage on the beach. On the shore there are various kinds of food establishments.
If you move even further to the right, you will again find yourself surrounded by villas and apartments. There are slightly fewer people on the beach here, and the coastal zone itself consists exclusively of sand. The entrance to the water is gentle and comfortable. If you rent a car, then from Pefkohori you can go to slightly remote beaches. There are conditions for recreation and the necessary infrastructure, but there are much fewer people there.
Entertainment and attractions
In the village of Pefkohori itself, there are few attractions. However, you can enjoy walking around the Old Town with its narrow winding streets, visit the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, explore the ruins of a Roman settlement and explore several small churches. Children will be interested to see the ruins of the mill, which was built more than 500 years ago.
Glarokavos Port
This is the most popular photo spot in Pefkohori. Couples walk here and then, waiting for a picturesque sunset to take pictures in the rays of the setting sun. The large beach near the port is not always clean, especially in high season, but the place is very atmospheric.
Diving
What is a sea holiday without visiting a diving center? Experienced instructors will teach you the basics of diving even for absolute beginners.
Shopping
As for the shops, in Pefkohori they are concentrated along the main street and closer to the embankment. Here you can buy clothes, souvenirs, and groceries. On the main street you will find grocery stores with very low prices.
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Weather conditions
Pefkohori, Greece has a Mediterranean climate. Summer is quite hot, with temperatures of +32 — +35 degrees. Winter is usually humid and warm.
The beach season in Halkidiki resorts starts in early May and ends in late September. The sea warms up to 25 degrees. In recent years, the autumn weather in Pefkohori has been characterized by high temperatures. This allows you to extend the holiday season and enjoy the warm sea even at the end of October.
The most favorable months for holidays with children in Pefkohori are June and September.
