Taxiarchis

Taxiarhis is a mountain village of central Halkidiki, built high on Cholomontas, among dense forests. It's one of the region's most popular mountain-tourism destinations, a completely different Halkidiki from the beaches.

The University Forest

Taxiarhis is known for its University Forest (managed by Aristotle University of Thessaloniki), an extensive forest of oak, beech and chestnut, ideal for hiking, cycling and nature watching.

Mountain tourism

Thanks to its altitude and cool climate, Taxiarhis offers coolness in summer and a wintry atmosphere in the cold months, with waymarked trails and mountain activities.

Food and products

In its tavernas you'll taste traditional mountain cuisine, grills, chestnuts, honey and mushrooms — flavours of the forest.

Getting there and around

It's about 1 hour by car from Thessaloniki. Next to it are Agios Prodromos and Varvara, while traditional Arnaia is close by.

Who it suits and when

Ideal for lovers of nature, hiking and the mountains. Beautiful year-round — cool in summer, magical in autumn and winter.