# Nea Gonia

> <p><strong>Nea Gonia</strong> is a seaside village on Halkidiki's mainland coast, next to Nea Moudania and very close to Thessaloniki, at the entrance to Kassandra. It has refugee roots and offers calm, family accommodation beside the city.</p> <h3>Beaches</h3><p>The nearby beaches (Plagia-Flogita, 

## Quick facts

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Area | mainland |
| Population | — |
| Coordinates | 40.261, 23.238 |

## Description

<p><strong>Nea Gonia</strong> is a seaside village on Halkidiki's mainland coast, next to Nea Moudania and very close to Thessaloniki, at the entrance to Kassandra. It has refugee roots and offers calm, family accommodation beside the city.</p>
<h3>Beaches</h3><p>The nearby beaches (Plagia-Flogita, Nea Moudania) are sandy with shallow water, organised and suitable for children. The village also keeps a wine-growing character, with local wine.</p>
<h3>What sets it apart</h3><p>The combination of a <strong>very short distance</strong> (~35–40 minutes from Thessaloniki) and calm seaside life makes it ideal for quick family getaways and weekends.</p>
<h3>Food and life</h3><p>You'll find fish tavernas, cafés and bars at a relaxed pace, as well as local wineries in the wider area.</p>
<h3>Getting there and around</h3><p>Very close by are <strong>Flogita</strong>, Sozopoli and <strong>Nea Moudania</strong> with its full services.</p>
<h3>Who it suits and when</h3><p>Ideal for families and Thessaloniki residents wanting nearby sea. Main season is <strong>May–September</strong>.</p>

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Source: <https://chalkidikihub.gr/en/places/nea-gonia>
Type: Place / TouristAttraction · Halkidiki, Greece