Ierissos

Ierissos is a small town in Halkidiki peninsula. It is located on the east coast of Mount Athos, near Nea Roda and the border with the Holy Mountain. The town dates back to 7th century B.C. and it is successor of the ancient colony of Acanthus.

Ierissos has a large harbor and many fresh fish tavernas which attract visitors from nearby villages. Although there you can find plenty of hotels and restaurants, the town is a calm destination. Its beach is long and sandy, Blue Flag awarded, and it never gets crowded. At the seafront there is a small public aquarium which is not very diverse but it is a nice place to go with kids.

Just 8 km away from Ierissos is the port of Tripiti which serves ferries to the inhabited island of Ammouliani. In the summer ferries run from early morning until evening and you can visit the island even for a day trip.

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highlights: sandy beach with Blue Flag and fish tavernas, village in Mount Athos, Halkidiki, Greece