volvi

Volvi (Greek: Βόλβη) is a municipality in the Thessaloniki regional unit, Central Macedonia, Greece. It is named after Lake Volvi, a major freshwater lake situated in the area and a central geographic feature for the municipality. The landscape includes coastal plains around the lake, agricultural fields, and forested hills. The municipality lies northeast of Thessaloniki and is part of the wider regional unit.

Volvi was established in 2011 under the Kallikratis reform, through the amalgamation of smaller municipalities and communities located around the lake. It comprises several municipal units and communities, with a rural character and multiple small settlements.

Economy and environment: The economy relies on agriculture, animal husbandry, and small-scale fisheries, with increasing attention to tourism and recreation related to Lake Volvi, including birdwatching, hiking, and boating. The lake and its wetlands host diverse flora and fauna and are subject to conservation and environmental management efforts.

History and culture: The Volvi area has historical connections to ancient Macedonia and features traditional villages with local customs and folklore. Archaeological sites in the wider region reflect a long settlement history.

Transport: The region is accessible by regional roads linking Thessaloniki to inland communities, with local roads connecting villages around Lake Volvi.

See also: Lake Volvi; Thessaloniki regional unit; Central Macedonia.