Arch of Galerius – The White Tower, Thessaloniki loop from Αγίας Σοφίας

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Arch of Galerius – The White Tower, Thessaloniki loop from Αγίας Σοφίας

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Arch of Galerius – The White Tower, Thessaloniki loop from Αγίας Σοφίας

04:23

15.9km

280m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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383 m

Agia Sophia Church, Thessaloniki

Highlight • Religious Site

The Church of Agia Sophia dates back to the 8th century. It bears an unmistakable resemblance to its namesake in Istanbul, Turkey, with its cruciform layout, central dome, and intricate …

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4.32 km

Eptapyrgio Fortress (Yedikule) 🏰

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The Greek name is a translation of the Turkish 'Seven Towers'. The fortress was built by the Ottomans overlooking the ancient Acropolis. Later, it served as a prison. You can …

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5.73 km

View of Thessaloniki from Heptapyrgion Fortress

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Stunning views over Thessaloniki bay and the city. The tower can be visited for a small fee. There are several terraces nearby.

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7.35 km

Early Christian Cemetery of Evagelistria

Archaeological Site

9.33 km

Hagios Demetrios Church (Church of Saint Demetrios), Thessaloniki

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The Hagios Demetrios Church, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a beautiful place to visit. Originally constructed in the 4th century, it has undergone several renovations and restorations over the …

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10.7 km

The circular rotunda originally connected to the Arch of Galerius is an extremely interesting building and certainly one of the most important Roman monuments of Thessaloniki. After the White Tower, …

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10.7 km

Arch of Galerius

Highlight • Historical Site

Dedicated 303 AD with stone relief scenes of Eastern Roman emperor Galerius' victory over the Persians

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14.6 km

The White Tower, Thessaloniki

Highlight • Historical Site

The White Tower is a distinctive feature on the city's seafront. Over the centuries, it's transformed from a fortress to a prison to a symbol of the city. The tower …

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15.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.01 km

5.92 km

2.96 km

645 m

359 m

Surfaces

9.84 km

4.59 km

1.37 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (180 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Tuesday 13 October

18°C

13°C

77 %

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Max wind speed: 20.0 km/h

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Comments

May 9, 2022,Thessaloniki Roundtour

Start at the white tower. After visiting the new bank fortifications, we go to an old fortress, where the new architecture has built its way into the old ruins. Back to the market through the construction and craft regulations. Then up to the Eotapyrgio Castle with 360Hm. Magnificent view over the city. For the way back, find the path behind …

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May 15, 2026,🇬🇷Castello 🏰 Cripta di Dimitri 💒Alex.Magno🗿

🚶Towards the Upper Part🔼of Thessaloniki from where you can admire👀with an excellent view the whole City🏬🏠🏬🏠 down to the sea🌊 where the Ago poli district offers with pleasant interest🌈what remains of the Castle 🏰 and its long Walls🧱 up to Heptapyrgion known as the Old Prison of Thessaloniki 🇬🇷interesting and well🌈preserved...🚶 let's continue to the Church of Dimitri 💒 let's …

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July 3, 2022,Sightseeing-Runde in Thessaloniki

Beautiful sightseeing round through Thessaloniki, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its early Christian and Byzantine buildings. At the beginning I had planned a little further up the mountain, but at 35°C it was enough for me after the Acropolis/fortress. With a light wind it was pleasant in the early evening due to the light breeze from …

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