Keramoti

Keramoti is a holiday beach town in Macedonia in Greece.

For many tourists it is just a stopover for the ferry to Thasos, but it has beautiful long sandy beaches, plenty of accommodation and restaurants, and many attractions in the area. This makes it a varied holiday destination. Keramoti is ideal for people who find a beach holiday too boring and who like to make lots of trips to the less crowded tourist attractions in the area.

Understand
A lot of retirees from central and northern Europe have settled in the area and spend their summers in their holiday homes. Houses in the area are relatively affordable and the location is well served by the airport.

The marina is popular with sailors. You can also hire sailing boats for cruises. The islands of Thasos, Samothraki and Lemnos are within reach for a varied sailing trip. Nature lovers can enjoy exploring the surrounding natural beauty by hiking or biking along the coastline or in nearby areas, such as the Nestos Delta, a wetland area known for its diverse bird species and scenic landscapes.

Get around
The place is small and flat, so everything is within easy walking distance. For the destinations outside, you need a vehicle. Kavala and Xanthi have bus connections.

See

 * Promenade with ferry harbour and marina
 * Romantic old fishing harbour with many photogenic small fishing boats and nets on the shore

Eat
Most restaurants and fast food are located along the harbour promenade, especially in the area of the old fishing harbour. If you are there by car, it is also worth driving to the surrounding villages, as the restaurants there are cheaper and less touristy.

Drink
Most of the year, the nightlife takes place in the restaurants and cafes at the harbour, and in the high season also at the various beach bars. If you want to experience more, you have to go to Kavala or Xanthi.

Sleep
You will find a good selection of hotels and especially many holiday flats in the village. Especially popular are the accommodations located along the beach in the southern part of the village.

Go next
Keramoti is a good starting point for the many attractions in the area.
 * Kavala - one of the most beautiful Greek cities
 * Nestos - a nature reserve with several attractions
 * Xanthi - known mainly for its cosy old town
 * Pangaion Hills - high mountains with monasteries, mountain villages and many hiking trails.
 * Philippi - worth seeing ruins and world cultural heritage site
 * Thasos - one of the most beautiful Greek islands
 * Rhodope Mountains - lonely mountain region with many attractions