Pikrolimni is located in the south side of the prefecture on the boarders with Thessalonica, which is located 23 km away.
It is a small shallow lake that extends over 4.500 sq m. and which is usually dry during summer.
The bottom of the lake consists of clay which is full of sulphurus compounds and nitrate and this makes its mud ideal
for therapeutic and cosmetic applications, known all over the country. Nowadays, the area has an organized Clay therapy center. |
For anyone who would like to use Goumenissa as a base to get to know the Central Macedonia better,
the roads are good and the radius of action may bring you to the nearby prefecture of Serres and
the thermal baths of Aggistro ('Hook' in Greek).
A few kilometers from the Greek-Bulgarian border and 125 km away from Goumenissa is this border village of Aggistro.
Aggistro is a spring with healing waters of the village from the Byzantine era dating back to 1100 AD and new baths
were built in recent years.
Eachone of the baths can be rented for half an hour for individual use or shared between friends and partners for a
few moments of relaxation and an unforgettable experience.
Also the water is indicated for the treatment of arthritis, skin disease, sciatica, backache, skin disorders,
traumatic inflammation, gallstones klp.Epeidi but the water temperature is 41 ° Celsius is contraindicated
for those suffering from varicose veins, varicose veins, heart disease and those with unstable pressure .
The hammam is a fun alternative that can be done anytime, day or night.
Very close by are the strongholds of Roupel Fort, Lake Kerkini, Mount Mpeles, Cave Alistratis and neighboring Bulgaria.
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Pozar (Aridea) Thermal Baths |
The neighboring prefecture of Pella is just an hour drive from Goumenissa (76 km).
Lying at the foot of Mount Pella, a few kilometers from the border with FYRO Macedonia the site is built on the banks of ta warm river that crosses the region. The spa, hot water with constant temperature of 37 ° C, spring for thousands of years from the mountain, creating a stunning landscape of mountain and forest.
The spa baths or baths of Loutraki Pozar, spurting at an altitude of 360 -390 m. Created by rain water that penetrates the soil and reaches great depths, where it is heated then rises higher and is enriched with minerals and other ingredients.
The resort is organized with hotels, swimming pools, changing rooms, restaurants, bars. Today, ongoing projects that leverage the unique natural beauty and local attractions such as:
Points of interest are:
The outdoor heated waterfall (next to him with cold water) The indoor pools, some contemporary and some older pebble at the bottom. The gorge of the Baths and the surrounding mountain area, ideal for walking, hiking and excursions. The cave park of the Baths. Local products and textiles.
If you want to take a nice day trip to Pozar, we can arrange your bath time and we can also reserve a table for you at the best local restaurants.
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