Athos 500
Xyropotamos
Xiropotamo is a small village on the Athos peninsula, very close to Ierissos and within reach of the sea. It's a quiet, authentic destination, ideal as a calm base for the wider third-leg area.
What sets it apart
Without the crowds of the big resorts, Xiropotamo offers calm and easy access to the beaches and sights of the Athos area, such as Mount Athos.
Beaches nearby
Very close is Develiki beach and the long sandy shores of Ierissos, with clear, shallow water.
Food and life
In the village and around it you'll find traditional tavernas with local dishes and fresh fish on the nearby shores.
Getting there and around
It's about 1.5–2 hours by car from Thessaloniki. Very close are Ierissos, Tripiti (departure point for Ammouliani) and Nea Roda.
Who it suits and when
Ideal for those wanting a quiet base near Ierissos and Mount Athos, with the sea close by. Main season is May–September.
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Beaches
6
Food & Drink
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Activities
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Accommodations
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Real Estate
Local cuisine mix
Greek / traditional
86%
International
14%
6 traditional restaurants & tavernas, 1 international. 7 total listed.
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Food & Drink near Xyropotamos
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bar
4.7
Avaton Luxury Beach Resort - Relais & Châteaux
Κουμίτσα
barcafeBar
€ Budget
fineDining
4.6
Athos Restaurant Bar
Ουρανούπολη, Ouranoupoli
fineDiningbar
€ Budget
traditional
4.4
Live music
Lemoniadis Restaurant
Ουρανούπολη, Ouranoupoli
traditional
€ Budget
traditional
4.5
Restaurant Pirgos
Thessalonikis-Poligirou / Rentinas-Ouranoupolis, Halkidiki, Χαλκιδική, Ouranoupolis, Ουρανούπολη
traditionalseafood
€ Budget
traditional
4.6
Live music
Kritikos Gallery & Restaurants
Main Street, Ουρανούπολη, Ouranoupoli
traditionalgrill
€ Budget
traditional
4.7
Restaurant Kokkinos
Main Street, Ouranoupoli
traditionalseafood
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Frequently Asked Questions
Xyropotamos is located in the Athos peninsula of Halkidiki, northern Greece. Roughly 1.5–2 hours by car from Thessaloniki.
Yes — 6+ beaches near Xyropotamos, ranging from organized with beach bars to secluded free beaches.
The area has 6+ restaurants and tavernas serving local cuisine, fresh seafood, and grilled dishes. See the Xyropotamos page for details.
1+ activities nearby — water sports, boat trips, hiking, cultural visits, and local festivals in summer.
Browse the Xyropotamos page for accommodations — book directly with owners, no booking fees.