Neighborhood

Aether green apartments complex is located only a few kilometers from Mount Athos, where since 958 A.D. and with the arrival of the monk Athanasios Athonites, the largest orthodox monastic center "Mount Athos" began to be born, next to the birthplace of the great Greek philosopher Aristotle, and on the canal of Xerxes where the fleet of the Persian king passed, on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Nea Roda, where fishing boats come and go every day.

A few meters away from the complex the port of Trypitis, from where boats depart daily https://ammoulianilines.gr/ as well as boats that are rented (no license required) for the unique island of Halkidiki, Ammouliani. A picturesque little island with wonderful sandy beaches and crystal clear waters that you can enjoy on a full day excursion http://en.mountathosarea.org/our-area/ammouliani-gr/ .

The accommodation is a few kilometers from the mountains of Holomontas and Kakkavos, where one can enjoy the primeval forests and waterfalls of the mountain settlements of Megali Panagia, Varvara, Stageira, Stratoniki, Paleochori through the walking routes created by Aristotelis municipality and visit the beautiful traditional settlement of Arnaia with its cobbled streets and stone-built houses https://issuu.com/catadvertisingsa/docs/routes_eastern_halkidiki

Ten minutes from the settlement of Nea Roda, from the port of Ouranoupoli, boats depart daily that take tourists around the western side of Mount Athos (the home of the Virgin) Aristotle Travel | Sailing along the coast of Mount Athos (mountathosarea.org) Men can, after permission given by the monastery offices, enter the monastic community and stay in the monasteries, communicate with the ascetic monks, participate in the monastery rituals and tour the unique forests without roads and cars Aristotle Travel | Pilgrimage Routes (mountathosarea.org).

An important stop is also Aristotle's Grove, which is only 30 minutes from the village of Nea Roda and is located in Stageira, the birthplace of the ancient philosopher. There, visitors will play with the original interactive instruments hosted in the grove while enjoying the wonderful view of the bay of Ierissos. These are experimental instruments that operate based on the laws of nature, which are mentioned in the writings of Aristotle and especially in his work "The Physics".

Other important places to visit: the Ancient Stageira, the Monastery of Zygos just outside Ouranoupoli, the Ancient Akanthos in the village of Ierissos, the Neposi Castle south of Paleochori, the Roman tomb on the way to the Monastery of Zygos, the Byzantine Tower of Prosforio in Ouranoupoli, the Holy Curch of Agios Stefanos in Arnaia, Ancient Olynthos, the Textile Museum in Arnaia and the Archaeological Museum of Polygyros Ancient site & museums en by CATAD - Issuu.

BEACHES NEAR AETHER

Nea Roda

Beach along the entire length of the settlement of Nea Roda, shallow and sandy for children with taverns and cafes to serve tourists.

Voulitsa

A wonderful little bay with an organized beach bar and a sandy beach which, in addition to the car, you can also visit on foot or by bike through a wonderful route east of the village with view to the bay of Ierissos.

Kakoudia

Just 12 minutes from Aether, the enchanting scenery of a large beach appears in front of you, combining crystal clear waters, grained thick sand and unique white rocks. The special "sculpture" of nature next to the transparent blue waters invites you to enjoy a surreal landscape.

Xiropotami

Large sandy family beach with a view to Ammouliani and the small islands Drenia and endless meters for free placement of an umbrella and chairs, in a distance of 15 minutes from Aether.

Komitsa

A unique sandy beach on the border with the Athonian state and 15 minutes from the settlement of Nea Roda by car, for those who want to enjoy the blue sea and the calm and wonderful nature of Mount Athos.

Ierissos

Endless and awarded with the Blue Flag beach, next to the picturesque village of Ierissos. Organized, with complete infrastructure for bathers, it is a necessary excursion. A golden sandy beach with green transparent waters invites you to enjoy it. 5 minutes away from Aether!