Central Macedonia: Greek Tourism Ministry Advances Pilea Marina Development

Pilea-Hortiatis Mayor Ignatios Kaitezidis and Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni. Photo source: Tourism Ministry

The Greek Tourism Ministry and the Municipality of Pilea-Hortiatis on Monday signed a concession agreement that paves the way for the development and operation of a marina in Pilea, a project poised to drive growth across the Region of Central Macedonia.

Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni highlighted the marina’s significance, describing it as a project of regional importance that will enhance marine tourism in the area and beyond.

“The marina is one more project aligned with our strategy to elevate Greek tourism through qualitative development,” Kefalogianni said during the signing ceremony, which took place at the Municipality of Pilea-Hortiatis alongside Mayor Ignatios Kaitezidis.

Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni. Photo source: Tourism Ministry

The marina project, which received city planning approval in 2012, has faced 12 years of delays. With the signing of this agreement, a significant step has been taken toward its long-anticipated development.

Located near Thessaloniki’s city center and airport, the marina is expected to become a hub for travelers and elevate the appeal of Central Macedonia as a destination for high-end tourism.

Photo source: Tourism Ministry

“This marina will provide access to key destinations and is set to position the area as a new attraction for discerning travelers,” Kefalogianni added.

The signing ceremony was also attended by Deputy Health Minister Dimitris Vartzopoulos and Central Union of Municipalities of Greece (KEDE) President Lazaros Kyrizoglou.