Soft sand and turquoise shallows beside the Mount Athos peninsula.
Ammouliani is Halkidiki's only inhabited island, with a compact village, family beaches and boat access to the small Drenia islets.
Ammouliani lies a short ferry ride from Tripiti, yet its pale sandy bays feel removed from the busy mainland. Alykes is the best-known beach, while Karagatsia and Megali Ammos offer different exposures and a quieter pace.
The village was settled by refugees from Asia Minor in the 1920s, whose fishing and food traditions shaped island life. Excursion boats circle the Drenia islets, and the Mount Athos peninsula forms a dramatic backdrop across the water.
Practical information
Frequent vehicle ferries cross from Tripiti in season. The island is small, but a car or scooter helps with beaches; book accommodation early for summer weekends.
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