Sithonia is the second peninsula of Chalkidiki. This middle prong has managed to retain it's wild beauty and spirit, that proves to be so irresistible to lovers of camping and generaly the great outdoors and the most appropriate destination for holiday makers seeking refuge from the trappings of civilization.
From the top of the highest
peak, Mt Dragoudelis (811m), one can enjoy a magnificent view from of the whole
of Sithonia peninsula, with the conical Mt Athos visible to the east and
Kassandra to the west.
Tiny beach coves abound, their waters a mix of deep blues and emerald green. The
coastline is attractively varied with a succession of fishermen hamlets,
picturesque little harbors, deserted beaches of all sizes surrounded by trees
and bushes, the most ideal places for camping and nature living.
There is a number of wonderful camping grounds offering an attractive
alternative to Kassandra.
A more developed side to Sithonia can be found in areas like the tropical-like
Toroni, the picturesque natural harbor of Porto Koufo, the sandy beach of Sykia,
the lengthy joyful beach of Sarti and the cosmopolitan Neos Marmaras.
Vourvourou is known for its natural beauty. It is something unique with more
than 10 small islands enchanting seduced beaches and unspoiled scenery.
After Porto Koufo we find the 19th century traditional settlement of Sykia, or 'Logos' as was named by some Athonite documents of the Byzantine period, one of the largest villages in Sithonia. Today the village has to show to the visitor its parish church, dedicated to St. Athanasius, with its carved wooden shrines. The beautiful beach of Sykia, is 3 km away from the village. For the visitors stay there are, camping grounds, restaurants, bars, clubs and most of all the hospitality of the locals.
To the west of the village, on the "Koukos" hill, there are remains of a fortress and evidence of a prehistoric settlement. On this site, in September 1987, began a systematic excavation of an early Iron Age cemetery (10th to 8th BC centuries). So far many tombs have been investigated and the grave offerings, which have survived are of exceptional interest.
One of the most visited places in northern Greece, Toroni is famed not only for its almost tropical beaches, but also for its position in Greek history. The present-day settlement bears the name of ancient Torone, which was colonized from Chalcis in the 8th century BC and flourished in the Classical period. Excavations that have been carried out on the area brought to light sections of the fortifications of the ancient Torone, including a round tower and the walls of the acropolis. Mt Itamos, thick with pine and plane trees, looks proudly over the virgin coastline. It is one of the few areas in Greece where diving is permitted.
Lovers of wild nature and breathtaking beauty will love camping here andshould not neglect visiting beaches like Kavourotripes, Armenisti, Platanitsi and Kalamitsi.