Epanomi between coast, nature and wine

Epanomi brings together a range of reasons to stay: the coast, natural landscapes, wine and archaeological heritage. When choosing a hotel, it helps to first decide what matters most to you. These places and themes have different geographical contexts: some are in Epanomi, while others are in the surrounding area or within the wider Epanomi region.

Beaches and coast

Potamos Beach, near Epanomi, has a wide sandy shore. A sunken ship is considered a local landmark; beachgoers jump into the water from the wreck. The sand and shipwreck give this stretch of beach a distinctive character. The municipality also counts Fanari, the beach on the Gulf of Epanomi, the Ageladáriko coast, Ktíma tou Karagióz and the Mesimeri coast among Epanomi’s popular beaches. These names offer several points of reference along the coast, while Potamos is additionally distinguished by its wreck.

Fanari wetland

The Fanari wetland, in the Epanomi area, adds a natural attraction. It covers 5,500 stremmata and serves as a refuge for migratory birds and other wildlife. Its flora and fauna are rich. The Epanomi wetland is also part of the European Union’s Natura 2000 programme. If you need this designation for legal purposes or precise boundary questions, check the current details of the Natura 2000 designation. For trip planning, the wetland can be considered a distinct nature-focused option alongside the beaches.

Wine and a museum in Epanomi

The Gerovassiliou winery is located in Epanomi. A guided tour with a wine guide includes the vineyard, the production, bottling and ageing areas, and the wine museum. The wine tastings on offer focus on current and rare older vintages, as well as carefully paired flavour combinations. If you are planning a tour or tasting, check in advance which dates and options are available for your visit.

The Gerovassiliou Wine Museum displays collections of tools for viticulture, winemaking, bottling and cooperage from around the world. The collection broadens the perspective on wine: in addition to the vineyard and the various work areas, tools from different countries are also part of the museum. The tour, tasting and collection each offer a different focus, while remaining connected to viticulture at the winery.

Archaeological heritage

Archaeological finds also give Epanomi a historical dimension. In Bgiadoudi, the ruins of an early Christian basilica with three aisles were excavated east of the Limori cemetery. The term describes a building type with three aisles and places the find within early Christian architecture.

Forty-two graves of various types have been found in the Epanomi area. Finds there include vessels, jewellery and coins dating from the end of the 2nd century to the beginning of the 5th century. Kritziana lies three kilometres south of Epanomi and was one of the four large metochia of the Monastery of Saint Anastasia. These details reflect different historical connections: architectural remains in Bgiadoudi, finds from the Epanomi area, and Kritziana’s former monastic significance.

Plan your stay in Epanomi

The options are easy to distinguish when deciding what to focus on during your trip: Potamos offers a sandy beach and a wreck, the wetland is a nature destination, and the winery combines viticulture with tours, tastings and a museum. The archaeological sites add cultural history to the mix.

Discover more destinations: Vrasna, Apollonia, Agios Antonios, Thessaloniki, Agia Triada, Peristerona, Angelochori, Diavata.

For the broader travel overview: Thessaloniki.