Aretsou & Nea Krini

At the southern edge of Kalamaria, Aretsou is where the city meets the sea again, in a quieter way than the Nea Paralia.

Character & history

Nea Krini was built by refugees who came from Krini (Çeşme) in Asia Minor; hence the name. Today the area has a distinctly Mediterranean, almost island-like feel around the marina.

What to see & do

• Aretsou Marina with its moored sailing boats, perfect for an evening stroll.
• The seaside promenade, more relaxed and family-oriented than the centre.
• Cafés and tavernas looking across the Thermaic Gulf to Mount Olympus.

Why come

It's where locals go for a quiet coffee by the water, away from the noise of the centre, with the sun setting behind Olympus.

Getting around

By bus or car from the centre; Kalamaria is also connected to the metro network.

Best for: sunsets, seafood, a relaxed walk by the water.