Central Macedonia district, Macedonia and Thrace, Greece

Places to visit near Chrysó

Chrysó is a town in Central Macedonia district, Macedonia and Thrace, Greece, home to about 1,571 people. Within 50 km by road there are 122 places to visit — 45 churches, 35 forts & heritage, 10 hill stations & viewpoints and 6 museums. The must-see places are Saint Marina and Saint Anthonius (11 km), Sarakatsani Folk Museum (11 km) and Άγιοι Θεόδωροι (11 km).

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Chrysó at a glance

Location
Central Macedonia district, Macedonia and Thrace, Greece
Population
about 1,571
Coordinates
41.0581° N, 23.6511° E
Places within 50 km
122 (11 must-see)
Best time to visit
October to February for forts & heritage; October to February for cool, clear air for hill stations & viewpoints; year-round for churches and museums

Top places to visit near Chrysó

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Churches near Chrysó

68 churches within 100 km of Chrysó. The closest is Προφήτης Ηλίας (5 km); the best-known is Saint Marina and Saint Anthonius (11 km). Best time: year-round.

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Forts & heritage near Chrysó

63 forts & heritage within 100 km of Chrysó. The closest is Simandov Mansion (11 km); the best-known is Acropolis of Serres (12 km). Best time: october to february.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Chrysó

23 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Chrysó. The closest is Menoikio (16 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Museums near Chrysó

14 museums within 100 km of Chrysó. The closest is Sarakatsani Folk Museum (11 km). Best time: year-round.

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Caves near Chrysó

13 caves within 100 km of Chrysó. The closest is Cave of Eftamili (9 km). Best time: year-round.

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Wildlife, forests & gardens near Chrysó

7 wildlife, forests & gardens within 100 km of Chrysó. The closest is Natura 2000 Όρη Βροντούς - Λαϊλιάς (29 km). Best time: november to march for sightings.

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A one-day trip from Chrysó

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 34 km on the road.

  1. Start in Chrysó
  2. 11 km Saint Marina and Saint Anthonius · church, Central Macedonia
  3. 1 km Sarakatsani Folk Museum · museum, Central Macedonia
  4. 1 km Άγιοι Θεόδωροι · church, Central Macedonia
  5. 1 km Acropolis of Serres · heritage site, Central Macedonia
  6. 9 km Ιερά Μονή Τιμίου Προδρόμου Σερρών · church, Central Macedonia
  7. 11 km Back to Chrysó

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Chrysó by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Churches4568Προφήτης Ηλίας (5 km)
    Forts & heritage3563Simandov Mansion (11 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints1023Menoikio (16 km)
    Museums614Sarakatsani Folk Museum (11 km)
    Caves1113Cave of Eftamili (9 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens27Natura 2000 Όρη Βροντούς - Λαϊλιάς (29 km)
    Other attractions37Πέτρινη Γέφυρα Αγγίτη (31 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs15Cercinitis Lake (14 km)
    Waterfalls25Άρτεμις (33 km)
    Beaches & coast35Serraiki (44 km)
    Mosques & dargahs24Mehmet Bey Mosque (11 km)
    Parks02Πάρκο Αγίας Βαρβάρας (53 km)
    Treks11eEuropean Walking Route E4, Greece, Crete (46 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves11Strymonas (43 km)

    Chrysó: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Chrysó?

    Saint Marina and Saint Anthonius (church, about 11 km), Sarakatsani Folk Museum (museum, about 11 km), Άγιοι Θεόδωροι (church, about 11 km), Ιερά Μονή Τιμίου Προδρόμου Σερρών (church, about 11 km), Acropolis of Serres (heritage site, about 12 km), Menoikio (viewpoint, about 16 km).

    How many tourist places are there within 50 km of Chrysó?

    122 places on Spotwander: 45 churches, 35 forts & heritage, 10 hill stations & viewpoints, 6 museums, 11 caves.

    Which is the nearest church to Chrysó?

    Προφήτης Ηλίας, about 5 km by road; Αγίου κωνσταντίνου και Ελένης (6 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest fort to Chrysó?

    Simandov Mansion, about 11 km by road; Serres Bedesten (12 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest viewpoint to Chrysó?

    Menoikio, about 16 km by road; Vrontous (28 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Chrysó?

    Start in Chrysó, visit Saint Marina and Saint Anthonius, then Sarakatsani Folk Museum, then Άγιοι Θεόδωροι, then Acropolis of Serres, then Ιερά Μονή Τιμίου Προδρόμου Σερρών, and drive back — about 34 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Chrysó?

    October to February for forts & heritage; October to February for cool, clear air for hill stations & viewpoints; year-round for churches and museums.

    Towns near Chrysó

    Sources: places from OpenStreetMap contributors, Wikidata and GeoNames; Chrysó’s location and population from GeoNames; see also Chrysó on Wikipedia. Data sources & credits.