# Neohori

> <p><strong>Neohori</strong> is a mountain village of central Halkidiki, built in the <strong>Cholomontas</strong> area, among dense forests and green slopes. It's a completely different Halkidiki from the beaches — cool, quiet, green and authentic.</p> <h3>What sets it apart</h3><p>As a mountain vil

## Quick facts

| Field | Value |
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| Area | mainland |
| Population | 800 |
| Coordinates | 40.45, 23.5667 |

## Description

<p><strong>Neohori</strong> is a mountain village of central Halkidiki, built in the <strong>Cholomontas</strong> area, among dense forests and green slopes. It's a completely different Halkidiki from the beaches — cool, quiet, green and authentic.</p>
<h3>What sets it apart</h3><p>As a mountain village, Neohori offers clean air, pleasant coolness even in the middle of summer, and a traditional way of life with stone houses and hospitable residents. It's ideal for those wanting hiking, nature and quiet away from the tourist crowds of the coast.</p>
<h3>Nature and activities</h3><p>The Cholomontas area offers waymarked trails, forests of chestnut and oak, streams and rich flora and fauna — an excellent choice for mountain, alternative tourism and for nature lovers.</p>
<h3>Getting there and around</h3><p>It's about 1.5 hours by car from Thessaloniki. Nearby are traditional <strong>Arnaia</strong> with its stone mansions, Palaiochori and Varvara, villages with a strong mountain character.</p>
<h3>Who it suits and when</h3><p>Ideal for lovers of nature, hiking and mountain quiet. Beautiful <strong>year-round</strong>, especially in autumn with the forest colours and in winter.</p>

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