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Where is Aigaleo

Aigaleo is a suburb and municipality in the western part of the Athens urban area, Greece. It is located southwest of the city center of Athens and is part of the Athens metropolitan area. As with any geographical information, it's a good idea to check for updates, as administrative divisions and boundaries may change over time.






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Aigaleo Location Map, Greece



Facts about Aigaleo, Greece

CountryGreece
RegionAttica
Regional UnitWest Athens
MunicipalityAigaleo
Named AfterMount Aigaleo (Ancient Aegaleus)
EstablishedEarly 20th century (modern municipality)
Municipality Status1941
Coordinates37.9908° N, 23.6815° E
Total Area~8.5 sq km
Land Area~8.5 sq km
Water AreaNone
Population (2021)69,946
Population RankOne of the largest municipalities in West Athens
Major CityAigaleo
Main IndustriesRetail, Services, Education, Small Manufacturing
Major Transport LinksAthens Metro Line 3, Athens urban road network
Time ZoneEastern European Time (UTC+02:00)
Known ForMount Aigaleo, urban parks, strong working-class history, proximity to central Athens
Websitehttps://www.aigaleo.gr


Top Attractions in Aigaleo, Greece

  • Baroutadiko Park (Baroutadiko Alsos) – large green park ideal for walks and family activities
  • Aigaleo City Cultural Center – venue for exhibitions, theater, and cultural events
  • Iera Odos (Sacred Way) – historic ancient road connecting Athens to Eleusis
  • Platia Eleftherias – central square and local gathering place
  • Aigaleo Grove – urban green space popular with locals
  • Municipal Gallery of Aigaleo – small gallery showcasing local art
  • Church of Agios Spyridon – notable local church and neighborhood landmark
  • Local Cafés and Taverns – traditional spots offering Greek food and coffee culture
  • Nearby Mount Aigaleo – area with walking paths and views toward Athens
  • Easy Access to Athens Center – close proximity to major attractions of central Athens


Distance from Aigaleo to Other Greece Cities

  • Aigaleo to Athens – 5 km (3 miles)
  • Aigaleo to Piraeus – 6 km (4 miles)
  • Aigaleo to Thessaloniki – 500 km (311 miles)
  • Aigaleo to Patras – 215 km (134 miles)
  • Aigaleo to Heraklion – 390 km (242 miles)
  • Aigaleo to Larissa – 355 km (221 miles)
  • Aigaleo to Volos – 330 km (205 miles)
  • Aigaleo to Ioannina – 410 km (255 miles)
  • Aigaleo to Kalamata – 240 km (149 miles)
  • Aigaleo to Chania – 430 km (267 miles)
  • Aigaleo to Kavala – 650 km (404 miles)
  • Aigaleo to Rhodes – 470 km (292 miles)