Old Saint Athanasios is a traditional mountain village in the Pella region and is best reached by car. From Thessaloniki, the drive takes about 2–2.5 hours (approximately 120–130 km), usually via Edessa and then up the mountain road toward Mount Voras (Kaimaktsalan). From Athens, the journey takes around 6.5–7 hours, with the final section involving steep and winding roads, especially in winter conditions.