East Macedonia & Thrace Best Destinations

A panoramic view that includes the old and the contemporary town of Xanthi.
photo: taver / CC BY-ND 2.0

Xanthi

City

Xanthi's old town and its folklore museum are a window into the past. If you are here in February, you don't want to miss the town's carnival.

Α water-rich city famous also for its short film festival. Organize daily excursions to caves, trekking tracks, and archeological sites.

Home to the ancient Kaverian mysteries, the island's mythological aura will spoil you. Enjoy mountain waterfalls, breathtaking views, and canyoning.

Located 18km west of Kavala, this coastal resort town has a few remarkable beaches and several day trip options to archaeological sites and monasteries.

This is a cute modern city and an essential hub of northeastern Greece. Your experience here combines sea, mountain, and visiting a river's delta.

A panoramic view of the port of the city of Kavala including the seafront promenade and a part of the old town.
photo: CeeGee / CC BY-SA 4.0

Kavala

City

A coastal city that stands out for its fantastic hilltop views. Its cute old town and a number of nearby historical monuments await your visit.

A central pedestrian street of Komotini with boutiques and shop displays on both sides.
photo: Northwinter

Komotini

City

A religious and cultural crossroad where Christians and Muslims live harmoniously for centuries. The food in close-by Muslim villages is yummy.

Traditional buildings of the seaside promenade of the central port of Thasos (Limenas) and small boats on the sea.
photo: jdujic / CC BY-SA 2.0

Thasos

Island

In this family-friendly destination, you indulge in an incredible natural landscape made up of sea and forest. It's best enjoyed on a road trip.

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