What does groceries cost in Gevgelija?

Basic groceries in Gevgelija cost: eggs (12 pack) ($2), chicken breast (1kg) ($5), milk (1L) ($1), bread (500g) ($1), rice (1kg) ($1), apples (1kg) ($1), bananas (1kg) ($1).

What does dining out cost in Gevgelija?

Dining out in Gevgelija: inexpensive meal ($6), mid-range restaurant meal ($30), local beer ($2), coffee ($1).

What does transportation cost in Gevgelija?

Transportation costs in Gevgelija: taxi starting fare ($0.88), gasoline per liter ($1.41).

What does utilities cost in Gevgelija?

Monthly utilities in Gevgelija: basic utilities for 85m² apartment ($88), mobile phone plan ($17), internet ($18).

What does entertainment cost in Gevgelija?

Entertainment costs in Gevgelija: gym membership ($23), movie ticket ($5).

What does clothing cost in Gevgelija?

Clothing prices in Gevgelija: jeans ($73), dress ($37), sneakers ($53), leather shoes ($102).

What does education cost in Gevgelija?

Education costs in Gevgelija: preschool (monthly) ($105), international school (monthly) ($4366).

What does other expenses cost in Gevgelija?

Costs in Gevgelija include: averageSalary ($439).

Explore Communities Profile FAQ Feedback & Bugs

Image via wikipedia

North Macedonia

Gevgelija City Guide

Gevgelija Municipality

Explore Gevgelija City Guide

Gevgelija is a town in southeastern North Macedonia near the Greek border. It's known for its many casinos and acts as a busy border crossing. The town has a relaxed vibe with local shops, cafes, and access to nearby nature spots like Lake Dojran and Kožuf mountain.

Lifestyle🍽️

🍽️

Food Scene

Good

Local cuisine features ajvar, kebapi, and fresh fish from Lake Dojran. International food options are limited. Some vegan and vegetarian choices exist.

Local Dishes:

Ajvar, Kebapi, Lake Dojran trout

International Cuisine:

Basic international dishes

Vegan FriendlyVegetarian Friendly

🌙

Nightlife

Good

Nightlife revolves mostly around casinos. Few bars or clubs are known.

☕

Coffee Culture

Good

Cafes like Time Out Cafe serve good coffee with Wi-Fi.

💰

Tipping

Not Required

Tipping is appreciated but not obligatory. 5-10% is common in restaurants.

Top Attractions

Vardarski Rid

Cultural

Archaeological site with ancient ruins.

National Museum of Gevgelija

Cultural

Museum focusing on local history.

Smrdliva Voda

Nature

Natural curative waters.

Negorski Banji (Spa)

Wellness

Thermal spa with wellness services.

Gevgelija City Park

Recreation

Park in the town center.

St. George Monastery

Cultural

Historic religious site.

Lake Dojran

Nature

Freshwater lake for swimming and boating, 30 minutes away.

Mountain Kozuf

Nature

Nearby mountain for hiking and skiing.

Stobi Archaeological Site

Cultural

Historic ruins 15 km northwest.

SIM Cards

SIM cards are sold at mobile stores and require passport registration. Major providers are Makedonski Telekom and A1. eSIMs available online.

Available at:

• Makedonski Telekom stores

• A1 stores

Recommended Apps

Google Maps(Navigation)

Airalo(Communication)

Proton VPN(Security)

Local taxi apps(Transport)

Banking apps(Finance)

Translation apps(Communication)

Services & Infrastructure

Street Cleanliness

Good

Average cleanliness for a town this size.

24/7 Services

Poor

Limited 24/7 services. Some pharmacies and minimarts have extended hours. Casinos may offer late-night food.

Groceries

Kam Market

Kit-go Marketi

Goki

Gusev

Solun 53 market

Sorita

Extra Market

Basic international products are in bigger supermarkets. Local markets offer fresh produce on Thursdays.

Cashless Payments

Cash preferred

Cards work in supermarkets and bigger places, but smaller shops prefer cash.

ATMs

ATMs from Halkbank, Sparkasse, Stopanska Banka, TTK Banka, Uni Banka, Alpha Bank, and Komercijalna Banka are easy to find. Some fees may apply for foreign cards.

Schools

Local only

Local schools teach mainly in Macedonian. No confirmed international schools.

Available Schools:

• Local public schools

Work & Digital💻

Coworking Spaces

Not Available

Work-Friendly Cafés

Good

Time Out Cafe

Popular café with Wi-Fi and a good work atmosphere.

Barista

Café offering Wi-Fi and space to work.

Bellissimo Coffee House

Known for coffee and Wi-Fi.

Daily

Café with Wi-Fi suitable for remote work.

Dona Coffee

Friendly spot with internet.

Art Kafe

Offers Wi-Fi in a relaxed setting.

City Caffe

Good for working with Wi-Fi.

Caffe Pizzeria Uno

Casual place with Wi-Fi.

Oazis

Café with Wi-Fi.

Alternatives:

Goce Delcev Library

Quiet space and Wi-Fi for work.

Hotel lobbies

Some offer quiet working areas with internet.

Digital Nomad Community

Poor

Small or no established digital nomad groups. Some cafes have Wi-Fi.

Nature & Activities🌿

Green Spaces

Good

City park and riverside green areas provide outdoor space.

Running

Good

City park and riverside areas are good for running during the day.

Gyms

Available

Sports facilities exist but specific gyms are not widely known.

Tennis

Poor

No known tennis facilities.

Padel

Poor

No known padel courts.

Yoga

Poor

No dedicated yoga studios known; spas offer wellness treatments.

Martial Arts

Poor

No known martial arts schools or dojos.

Skiing

Limited

Kozuf mountain offers basic skiing options.

Water Sports

Limited

Lake Dojran has options for swimming and boating.

Surfing

Poor

No ocean or lake surfing available.

Diving

Poor

No diving spots in or near Gevgelija.

Health & Safety🏥

Healthcare

Good

Basic healthcare services are available locally. For serious cases, go to bigger cities. Pharmacies have varied opening times.

Hospitals:

• Local clinics

Pharmacies:

• Biofarm

• Elena Pharm

• Eurofarm

• Punika

• Zegin Apteka

• Prima Farm

Tap Water Safety

Safe to drink

Tap water is usually safe, but bottled water is recommended if unsure.

Common Scams

Pickpocketing in crowded places, Inflated prices for tourists

Community & Family

Family Friendly

Good

Parks and playgrounds are available. Lake Dojran and thermal spas offer family activities.

LGBTQ+ Friendly

Limited

Legal protections exist but local attitudes are conservative. Exercise discretion.

Pet Friendly

Good

Many pet-friendly hotels and apartments. Parks are good for walking dogs.

Quick Facts

Population

15,685

Power Reliability

Excellent

8/10

Power is generally stable with few outages.

Mountains

Available

Located near Kožuf and Pajak mountains. Kožuf peak is 2,167 meters high.

Languages

Macedonian(90%)

Albanian(10%)

English(30%)

Greek(15%)

Emergency

112

General Emergency

192

Police

193

Firefighters

194

Ambulance

196

Roadside Assistance

⚠️Natural Disasters Risk

🌊

Tsunami

Very Low Risk

🏔️

Earthquake

High Risk

🌦️Seasonal Issues

Heat

July, August

Summer can get very hot, reaching up to 38°C.

Cold

December, January

Winters are cold with lows around -16°C.

Rain

November, December

These are the wettest months with moderate rain.

No reviews yet

Be the first to share your experience at this place