The Propylaea of the Acropolis – Parthenon, the Acropolis of Athens loop from Άγιος Ιωάννης

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The Propylaea of the Acropolis – Parthenon, the Acropolis of Athens loop from Άγιος Ιωάννης

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The Propylaea of the Acropolis – Parthenon, the Acropolis of Athens loop from Άγιος Ιωάννης

03:12

11.9km

160m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 2, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.29 km

Hadrian's Arch

Highlight • Monument

The Gate of Hadrian (also called Arch of Hadrian) in Athens is a monumental gate of pentelic marble that was erected ca. 132. It formed the passage from old Athens …

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4.67 km

The Theatre of Dionysus is an ancient open-air theatre that holds immense historical and cultural significance. It's considered the birthplace of Greek drama and is closely associated with the worship …

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4.77 km

The Propylaea of the Acropolis

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Propylea, the entrance to Acropolis

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4.86 km

Parthenon, the Acropolis of Athens

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The Acropolis in Athens is probably the most famous structure of ancient Greece. These unique buildings were built between 464 B.C. and 406 B.C. Built on a rock 156 meters …

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5.65 km

Plaka district

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The Plaka is the oldest part of Athens. Most streets are closed to car traffic, but you should remain vigilant for speeding motorcycles or delivery trucks.

In the past, it …

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6.14 km

Monastiraki Square and the Church of Panagia Pantanassa

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The church of Panagia Pantanassa is located on the square. This church was built as part of a nunnery that once stood on this spot on the square. The name …

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6.47 km

Archaeological Site

8.47 km

Hellenic Parliament Building

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King Ludwig I of Bavaria commissioned the building so that his son Otto I and his wife Amalie could move into accommodation in Athens that was appropriate for the royal …

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8.47 km

Syntagma Square

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In front of the Parliament building is the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

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11.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.88 km

3.72 km

1.64 km

1.38 km

246 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.52 km

2.88 km

979 m

419 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (120 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

Weather

Today

Wednesday 4 November

17°C

11°C

19 %

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Max wind speed: 14.0 km/h

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Comments

June 2, 2025,Activiteit

Today first holiday day in Greece spent in Athens. Many streets with drinks and eateries seen and visited. Also saw relief at the grave of unknown soldier and visited the Acropolis

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