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Where is Akharnai

Akharnai, also known as Acharnes, is a suburb in the northern part of the Athens metropolitan area in Greece. It is located about 10 kilometers (6 miles) north of the city center of Athens. Acharnes is one of the largest suburbs of Athens and is known for its archaeological sites, including the archaeological site of Acharnai and the Menidi Cave.As always, it's a good idea to check for any updates or changes in geographical information, as my data is accurate up until January 2022.






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Akharnai Location Map, Greece



Facts about Akharnai, Greece

CountryGreece
RegionAttica
Regional UnitEast Attica
MunicipalityAcharnae (Akharnai)
Municipal SeatAkharnai
Named AfterAncient deme of Acharnae
EstablishedAntiquity (modern municipality formed in the 19th century)
Municipality Status1835
Coordinates38.0833° N, 23.7333° E
Total Area~146 sq km
Land Area~146 sq km
Water AreaMinimal
Population (2021)109,547
Population RankOne of the largest municipalities in Attica
Major CityAkharnai
Main IndustriesCommerce, Logistics, Manufacturing, Services
Major Transport LinksAttiki Odos motorway, Athens suburban railway
Time ZoneEastern European Time (UTC+02:00)
Known ForAncient Acharnae, proximity to Mount Parnitha, large residential areas
Websitehttps://www.acharnes.gr


Top Attractions in Acharnes (Akharnai), Greece

  • Archaeological Museum of Acharnes – museum highlighting the ancient deme of Acharnae
  • Parnitha National Park – large protected area with hiking trails and wildlife nearby
  • Casino Mont Parnes – mountain-top casino with views over Athens
  • Agia Triada Church – historic church and local landmark
  • Acharnes Folk Museum – museum dedicated to local traditions and history
  • Tatoi Royal Estate – former royal palace and estate with natural surroundings
  • Local Taverns of Acharnes – traditional eateries serving Greek cuisine
  • Nearby Mount Parnitha Trails – scenic walking and nature routes
  • Central Square of Acharnes – community gathering place and social hub
  • Easy Access to Athens – close proximity to Athens city attractions

Distance from Akharnai to Other Greece Cities

  • Akharnai to Athens – 15 km (9 miles)
  • Akharnai to Piraeus – 25 km (16 miles)
  • Akharnai to Thessaloniki – 500 km (311 miles)
  • Akharnai to Patras – 225 km (140 miles)
  • Akharnai to Larissa – 345 km (214 miles)
  • Akharnai to Volos – 320 km (199 miles)
  • Akharnai to Heraklion – 400 km (249 miles)
  • Akharnai to Ioannina – 410 km (255 miles)
  • Akharnai to Kalamata – 250 km (155 miles)
  • Akharnai to Chania – 440 km (274 miles)
  • Akharnai to Kavala – 650 km (404 miles)
  • Akharnai to Rhodes – 480 km (298 miles)