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Where is Palaion Faliron

Palaio Faliro, often spelled Palaion Faliron or Paleo Faliro, is a coastal suburb of Athens, Greece. It is situated in the southern part of the Athens metropolitan area, along the Saronic Gulf. Palaio Faliro is located southwest of the city center of Athens and is known for its seaside location and recreational areas.






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Facts about Palaion Faliron, Greece

CountryGreece
RegionAttica
Regional UnitSouth Athens
MunicipalityPalaio Faliro
Municipal SeatPalaio Faliro
Named AfterAncient port of Phaleron
EstablishedAntiquity (modern town developed in the late 19th century)
Municipality Status1946
Coordinates37.9286° N, 23.7067° E
Total Area~4.6 sq km
Land Area~4.6 sq km
Water AreaIncludes coastal frontage along the Saronic Gulf
Population (2021)64,021
Population RankOne of the main coastal municipalities of Athens
Major CityPalaion Faliron
Main IndustriesServices, Retail, Tourism, Hospitality
Major Transport LinksAthens Tram, Poseidonos Avenue, Athens urban road network
Time ZoneEastern European Time (UTC+02:00)
Known ForCoastal promenade, marinas, proximity to central Athens
Websitehttps://www.palaiofaliro.gr


Top Attractions in Palaio Faliro (Palaion Faliron), Greece

  • Flisvos Marina – modern marina with yachts, cafés, and seaside views
  • Flisvos Park – large coastal park ideal for walking and relaxation
  • Flisvos Beach – urban beach popular for swimming and sunbathing
  • Floating Naval Museum Averof – historic battleship museum
  • Edem Beach – sandy beach with a relaxed seaside atmosphere
  • Palaio Faliro Waterfront Promenade – scenic path along the Saronic Gulf
  • Agios Alexandros Church – prominent local church and landmark
  • Nearby Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center – major cultural complex close by
  • Coastal Tram Line – scenic tram route connecting to Athens and Glyfada
  • Easy Access to Athens Center – convenient transport connections


Distance from Palaion Faliron to Other Greece Cities

  • Palaion Faliron to Athens – 8 km (5 miles)
  • Palaion Faliron to Piraeus – 6 km (4 miles)
  • Palaion Faliron to Patras – 215 km (134 miles)
  • Palaion Faliron to Thessaloniki – 505 km (314 miles)
  • Palaion Faliron to Larissa – 355 km (221 miles)
  • Palaion Faliron to Volos – 325 km (202 miles)
  • Palaion Faliron to Ioannina – 440 km (274 miles)
  • Palaion Faliron to Kalamata – 250 km (155 miles)
  • Palaion Faliron to Corinth – 90 km (56 miles)
  • Palaion Faliron to Heraklion – 395 km (245 miles)
  • Palaion Faliron to Chania – 435 km (270 miles)
  • Palaion Faliron to Kavala – 670 km (416 miles)