For families with children, the most important thing is a good choice of accommodation, as well as the proximity of a beach that will suit the children. The beach where children swim should have:

• a gradual entry into the sea,
• a shallow area,
• be sandy, and
• ideally have natural shade.

Quick overview of beaches and places

• Note: all the mentioned beaches and how to reach them will be described in detail in the following paragraphs.

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Detailed guide to beaches with natural shade in Kassandra

There are several beaches with natural shade in Kassandra, but none of them have as much natural shade as Lagomandra in Sithonia. Perfect for spending the whole day without umbrellas, but with a bit more walking.

Lefi Peristera (beach near Agora restaurant) – Easiest access.

• Access: Very accessible. Use the large parking lot of the Agora restaurant, then descend down the well-maintained path to the restaurant itself. From there, just continue left along the beach towards Kalitea.
• Beach: As soon as you pass the sunbeds belonging to the Agora restaurant, you come across a beautiful and wide part of the beach with natural shade, which is most abundant in the afternoon. There is no crowd here and there is enough space for visitors with their own equipment. You will find it best by following the signs to the Agora restaurant. This beach also houses the famous hotel Alexander The Great.

Why it’s good: You have the convenience of parking and the proximity of a restaurant/cafe, yet you can stay in the part with natural shade which is especially perfect in the afternoon.

• We must mention that Agora is one of the restaurants with the most beautiful view in Kassandra. The food is mainly fish and seafood, and the prices are high. Below the restaurant is a cafe where you can refresh and have a drink.

Beach near Aktaion cafe – Comfort with a beautiful view.

• Access: Easy. Follow the sign to the cafe. Park in the large parking lot of the cafe which is in the forest, pass through their beautiful garden, and descend to the cove on the left side.
• Beach: The beach is long and you can choose where you like to settle. The nicer part is in the cove that does not belong to the cafe but is more towards Kalitea. There is also natural shade here, no sunbeds, and you can set up your own equipment and enjoy.

Why it’s good: The Aktaion garden is on the lawn with thick shade, which is a good alternative if a child wants to play on the grass rather than the sand. In the cove next to it, there is a part with sunbeds and further away without sunbeds if you have your own equipment.

• Aktaion is a really nice cafe. It has a large garden with natural shade and a beautiful lawn where you can lay your mats and enjoy the shade and peace. The cafe has a small food menu (pizza, burgers, etc.), but the cafe’s garden is a truly beautiful place to enjoy nature and shade. From the cafe’s garden, there is a wonderful view of the sea.

Kriopigi beach (near Eos Suites) – For those who don’t mind an adventure.

• Access: Challenging. The car is left on a narrow road (no parking), and the beach is reached by a steep forest path with stairs (about 7-8 minutes walk). Not recommended for families with strollers and a lot of equipment.
• To find it easier, look for the map of Eos Luxury Suites, and on the main road, you will see a sign leading directly to this accommodation. Right next to Eos, a forest path to the beach begins.
• The sea has a very gradual depth, and the sand (slightly coarser) is mostly both on the shore and on the seabed. There is enough shade, and in one part there is shade even in the water, which is especially pleasant for children. The sun sets early here, as there is a hill above the beach, so the temperature by this beach is always a few degrees lower than in the city. This is especially pleasant during July and August, and outside the season it cools down quickly, so swimming is possible until 3-4 in the afternoon.
• Why it’s (still) on the list: Because of the shade that goes deep into the water and the peace. If your children are a bit older and you don’t carry a lot of equipment to the beach, this is the coolest place in Kassandra during the August heat.
• Don’t forget that the beach is wild, the access is a bit more difficult, so bring everything you need with you, water and food, as the return to the car would be difficult.

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Beaches with shallow areas or gradual entry into the water

Unfortunately, there are not many beaches with natural shade in Kassandra, but there are plenty of beaches that are accessible and suitable for children. That is why Kassandra has been known as a family destination for years. These beaches are true “playgrounds in the water” where children can play safely in the spacious shallow areas.

Sahara (Nea Kalikratia) – Shallow area champion

• Characteristics: Probably the widest beach in Kassandra with flour-like sand. The shallow area is incredibly long, allowing parents to relax while children play in the shallow water.
• Located at the entrance to the peninsula, near Nea Kalikratia.
• Advantage: The beach is huge, so even in the peak of the season, there are no tightly packed beach towels and crowds like in smaller places.
• The best shallow area for your little ones is right here. Check out the most sought-after apartments in Nea Kalikratia at this link.

Xenia Beach (Golden Beach) – Turquoise paradise

• Characteristics: Legendary beach near Paliouri. It is known for its perfect turquoise shallow area that extends up to 30m and soft sand.
• Note: Due to its beauty, there is a large crowd here during July and August, so we recommend arriving early in the morning.

Siviri (town beach) – For the most beautiful sunsets

• Characteristics: The beach in Siviri is ideal for families because the whole place is flat and easily accessible. The shallow area is long, and the sea is calm.
• Advantage: The sun sets here the latest, so swimming is possible until dusk, which children love.
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Nea Flogita and Nea Plagia – Comfort and space

• Characteristics: These two connected beaches offer kilometers of sand and a gradual entry into the water.
• Advantage: Right next to the beach is a wide promenade with plenty of parks and trees, where you can take your children to the thick shade as soon as the sun becomes too strong.

3 more beaches with gradual depth (calm and spacious)

• Egeopelagitika (Posidi) – A beach that impresses with its vastness. It doesn’t have a long shallow area like Sahara, but the depth is very gradual, and the water is crystal clear. Here you will always find peace and a place for your umbrella, even in August.
• Nea Potidea – A sandy beach on the east side of the town, long and spacious, with clean water and a gradual entry, making it an excellent base for families.
• Sani (beach in front of Anemos cafe) – An exclusive part of the coast with very fine sand and shallow water, ideal for parents who want a more organized option with top-notch service.

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Which place to choose for a vacation with children in Kassandra?

There are several resorts in Kassandra that are suitable for families with young children.

• We think that Siviri might be the best choice, but popular places like Hanioti, Polichrono an Pefkohori are family-friendly places, but with more crowds.
• Skala Furka and Siviri are ideal for younger children. Siviri is especially popular among families with young children because it has a very nice beach, beautiful sunsets, and swimming is extended until dusk, and the place itself is quiet and excellent for a real vacation. Both places are very small and have few amenities, especially Skala Fourka. However, if you long for evening crowds, you can always visit Kalithea, which is very close to both.
• Posidi also has a beautiful beach, and the place is very quiet. Two kilometers from the center of the town, there is the famous Egeopelagitika beach, which doesn’t have a long shallow area, but has a gradual depth and is not crowded, making it suitable for families with children.

If a long shallow area is less important to you, and you want plenty of activities for children and adults during the day and evening, then choose Polihrono, Hanioti, and Pefkohori.

• If you want to be in the center of the action and close to all the facilities for children, then there is the largest selection of accommodation in Polihrono, Hanioti, and Pefkohori.
• Polihrono is a bit quieter, while Hanioti is livelier and more beautiful with more amenities. The beach is similar, narrow in both places, as well as in Pefkohori, which is known for its crowds.
• Nea Flogita has a sandy beach with a gradual depth. Nea Flogita has everything you need for a vacation, restaurants, shops, promenade, a decent beach. The sea is not as turquoise as in Halkidiki, but it is clean. Sometimes it can get muddy after rain and during the busiest times, but overall, it is a pleasant place for a family vacation. Nea Plagia is connected to Nea Flogita, so these two places are practically the same, with Nea Plagia being a bit quieter and having fewer visitors.

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