An ancient
new world
A world full of potential, waiting to come alive again.
A destination by Kourtidis Group · Ofrynio Beach, Northern Greece
Alexandrou Chora
The flagship platform that brings together five landmark developments, delivered by Kourtidis Group over the decade 2025–2035.
Conceived as a destination in its own right, Alexandrou Chora combines a rich historical heritage with a wide range of leisure experiences, setting a new benchmark for cultural tourism.
Each project will carry its own brand, with a clear identity and positioning, designed for different audiences and visitor profiles. Every development speaks to its own public, while all of them tell one story.
The vision is to share the timeless beauty of this place, honour its contribution to human history and open a new chapter for hospitality, culture and destination excellence in Southern Europe.
The next decade: redefining Northern Greece as a global destination for investment and hospitality
2035Destination development
Five developments.
One destination.
- 1The GreatCoastal development: resort, residences, boutique hotel, cultural centre175,000 m²
- 2Theme ParkAlexander’s legacy comes alive30,000 m²
- 3Glamping 5*Luxury by the sea, sustainability at heart50,373 m²
- 4Longevity & WellnessHealth, longevity and seaside living200,000 m²
- 5The Cycling EstateShaped by mountain and coastal landscapes950,000 m²
Project 1
The Great
A complete destination for living, culture and wellness by the sea.
The Great · Branded Resort
An ultra-luxury resort by the sea
A landmark hospitality development delivered in partnership with a leading international hospitality brand. Construction is already under way, with completion targeted for the end of 2027.
Guests will find a world-class spa, dedicated wellness and relaxation facilities, a signature fine-dining restaurant and an exclusive Beach Club. As a flagship destination, the resort is set to raise the tourism offering of Northern Greece and set a new benchmark for high-value hospitality investment in the region.
- 50,000 m²built area
- 61keys
- 157beds
- 2027target completion
The Great · Branded Residences
A smart residential community
Developed as a benchmark smart residential community, with branded residences designed around privacy, contemporary architecture and premium living standards.
- 125,000 m²total area
- 85branded residences
The Great · Branded Residences
From first light
to the glow of evening
The Great · Branded Boutique Hotel
Wellness, gastronomy, quiet luxury
Part of the same masterplan, a refined boutique hotel with a Medical Spa offering specialised wellness services and an internationally branded restaurant.
- 25rooms
- 50beds
- 800 m²Medical Spa
The Great · Cultural & Events Center
Culture at the heart of the destination
The philosophy of Alexandrou Chora is rooted in culture and history, and the Cultural Center brings it to life. A flexible, multipurpose venue with advanced audiovisual and technical infrastructure, it will host art exhibitions, concerts, scientific symposia, lectures, book presentations and theatre.
At its heart: a library with thematic sections, a reading room and computer lab, modern meeting rooms and event and conference spaces with adaptable layouts.
International recognition
1st Place
Pitch Perfect
IHIF EMEA 2026, Berlin
Alexandrou Chora – The Great won first place in the Pitch Perfect competition at the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF EMEA) 2026 in Berlin.
Selected among leading submissions from around the world, the distinction strengthens the credibility of the project and its appeal to the international investment community.
Project 2 · 30,000 m²
Theme Park
Alexander’s legacy comes alive
A cultural and entertainment project and the first theme park in the world dedicated to the life and journey of Alexander the Great. Located at the historic starting point of his expedition, it will make the region an international destination for learning and leisure.
Project 3 · 50,373 m²
Glamping 5*
Luxury by the sea, sustainability at heart
A pioneering hospitality development that introduces a new form of sustainable luxury tourism on the shores of Asprovalta. Designed as a branded five-star glamping resort, it combines eco-friendly design with high-end amenities.
Project 4 · 200,000 m²
Longevity & Wellness
Health, longevity and seaside living
A branded development that brings together health, longevity and life by the sea in an environment of rare natural beauty. Located in the area of Loutra Eleftheron, it introduces a new kind of lifestyle tourism centred on wellbeing.
Project 5 · 950,000 m²
The Cycling Estate
A residential concept shaped by mountain and coastal landscapes
A master-planned lifestyle destination that unites mountain and sea living with cycling culture and local heritage. Its 180,000 m² of bioclimatic development include a boutique sports hotel, residences inspired by local tradition and a local producers’ market, forming a car-free community connected to nature.
Just 12 minutes from the coast, it combines professional athletic training with authentic regional culture, designed for longevity and an active, high-quality life with Europe-wide appeal.
Our approach
Sustainability
& innovation
Alexandrou Chora is developed with a strong green vision and a clear commitment to harmony between people and the environment. Every project is designed and delivered under one framework of responsible development, with a consistent approach to sustainability and smart innovation across the whole masterplan.
Shared infrastructure supports a modern, self-sufficient community built on energy efficiency, green mobility, digital innovation and careful use of resources. Advanced technology runs through every project: next-generation telecommunications, high-speed broadband and smart solutions for energy, transport and public infrastructure.
Beyond its environmental performance, the destination is designed for long-term value: new jobs, business growth, better access to the region and sustainable development for the wider area.
Alexandrou Chora
The Land of Gods.
An ancient crossroad.
A landmark in the historical record, and the starting point of a new world.
A historical landmark
In antiquity the Ofrynio coast was known as Sarissa: this is where the soldiers of Alexander the Great trained with the long spear of the same name, made from the cornel wood of Mount Paggaio. Next to it lay Pelta, named after the soldiers who carried the pelta shield and camped in the area.
Shaped by Alexander the Great
Alexander left a strong mark on Ofrynio and the surrounding area. A military genius and one of the greatest leaders in history, he built the largest empire of the ancient world, and his life has fascinated historians and the public for more than 2,000 years.
Sarissa: the long spear made of cornel wood, the main weapon of the Macedonian phalanx.
Pelta: a small, light shield, probably of Thracian origin, usually crescent-shaped and made of wicker covered with leather.
A place that has existed since the beginning of time, linked with ancient myths and timeless values.
Location
Between the mountain
and the Aegean
Protected by nature
Its strategic position, landscape and mild climate made the area an ideal base for the army of Alexander the Great. It is naturally protected by Mount Paggaio on the mainland and Mount Athos across the sea.
An open view of the Aegean
Nothing says Greece like the blue of the Aegean. The Ofrynio coast has an endless golden sandy beach that shows it at its best.
Under Paggaio, the rich mountain
A mountain of myths and ancient rituals, home of the god Dionysus and, by legend, of Orpheus. Forests of beech, fir, chestnut, plane and oak cover the slopes that were once the main source of gold and silver in ancient Greece.
Natural wealth, local flavours
A wine tradition going back thousands of years, tsipouro, world-famous PDO olives, virgin olive oil, almonds and excellent honey from the rich local flora.
Where the Strymonas meets the sea
The estuary next to the destination is a Natura 2000 area, rich in biodiversity and home to rare bird species, including flamingos.
Close to Mount Athos
The Holy Mountain, a self-governed monastic community and UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most important centres of Orthodox monasticism.
Endless places to explore
Lakes Volvi and Kerkini, Nestos River National Park, the caves of Alistrati and Aggitis, the springs of Agia Varvara and the Leivaditis waterfall.
Between Kavala and Thessaloniki
Between two historic cities that shape the future of the region, near Amphipolis and Philippi, once linked by the ancient Via Egnatia.
With the unique charm
of the flamingos
History all around
A nucleus of archaeological and historical masterpieces
Ancient Amphipolis
The Lion of Amphipolis, the ancient port, the Archaeological Museum, ancient walls and tombs, and the ancient bridge, one of the oldest wooden bridges known. Nearby, the Kasta Tumulus, the largest ancient burial mound ever found in Greece, brought the area to the centre of global interest.
Philippi
The ancient theatre, archaeological sites, museums and monuments of a city that flourished in antiquity and is today a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Cultures that blend together
Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman layers of history, side by side.
A long religious tradition
According to tradition, the Apostle Paul preached here and founded at Philippi the first Christian church in Europe, where Lydia was baptised. On the slopes of Paggaio, at about 600 metres, stands the Holy Monastery of Panagia Ikosifinissa, founded in the 5th century AD.
Getting here
A Greek coastal paradise, within easy reach
- Kavala58 km · 35 min
- Kavala Airport88 km · 50 min
- Thessaloniki100 km · about 1 hour
- Thessaloniki port102 km · 1 h 11 min
- Greek–Bulgarian border100 km · 65 min
- Alexandroupoli port207 km · 2 h 16 min
- Sofia, Bulgaria290 km · 3 h 39 min
- Istanbul, Türkiye482 km · 5 h 29 min
- Belgrade, Serbia716 km · 7 h 12 min
- Bucharest, Romania677 km · 8 h 21 min
From our land borders alone, the destination is within a 5-hour drive of a potential annual flow of up to 35 million visitors.
Looking back, I see a journey defined by creation, conviction and meaningful achievement. Looking ahead, I see the future of a place we loved from the very beginning and consciously chose to serve. We did not invest here simply because it was a business opportunity. We invest because we deeply believe in the value of this land, its people, its history and its future.
Alexandrou Chora is the most authentic expression of that belief: landmark developments that honour the region’s heritage, strengthen its growth and leave a lasting legacy for generations to come.
Nikos Kourtidis
President, Kourtidis Group
Alexandrou Chora was born from our desire to create something that goes far beyond the idea of an investment. It is a vision that brings together culture, hospitality, quality of life and sustainable development.
Through each of our projects, we want to highlight the unique identity of this place, create new opportunities for local communities and shape experiences that inspire people from around the world. We build today with a deep sense of responsibility, so that future generations inherit a place that is stronger, brighter and more vibrant than ever.
Konstantina Dimitrova
Vice President, Kourtidis Group
The developer
Kourtidis Group:
30 years of vision
1996 – today. A vertically integrated group in development, real estate, investments and hospitality.
From thousands of homes delivered to landmark projects under development, Kourtidis Group is building not only homes but a legacy for Northern Greece.
- 3,500+delivered residences
- 1,820+residences under development
- 48countries our investors come from
Excellence recognised globally
Diamonds of the Greek Economy
Diamond of the Greek Economy 2023, 2024, 2025
Diamond Investor 2024, 2025
Diamond Employer 2025
International Property Awards 2024–2025
Sea Residence (Residential Development)
The Dolphin (Renovation / Redevelopment)
RE/MAX Choice (Five Star Real Estate Agency)
International Property Awards 2025–2026
Blue Diamond (Architecture)
Blue Diamond, Sea Glow, Emerald Island (Residential Development)
RE/MAX Choice (Real Estate Agency)
IHIF EMEA 2026, Berlin
1st Place, Pitch Perfect, for Alexandrou Chora – The Great
We are the land owners.
We are the developers.
We have the sales ability, through our global network of 500+ partners.
Ofrynio Beach, Kavala 640 08, Greece
+30 25940 31500 · info@kourtidis.group