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

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Macedonia - Thrace

Thessaloniki

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

Moderate

4.5

(43)

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

04:42

17.1km

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: May 6, 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 mosaics and frescoes.

It's well worth visiting the church and the surrounding Roman square.

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4.32 km

Thessaloniki City Walls

Highlight • Historical Site

5.57 km

View of Thessaloniki from Heptapyrgion Fortress

Highlight • Viewpoint

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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6.24 km

View of Thessaloniki from Vlatadon Monastery

Highlight • Viewpoint

Viewpoint on the grounds of Vlatadon Monastery. It is a pleasant spot with 2 benches to rest and enjoy the view. The Monastery itself is also worth a visit. It has beautiful wall paintings from the 13th century

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7.23 km

Early Christian Cemetery of Evagelistria

Archaeological Site

9.21 km

Hagios Demetrios Church (Church of Saint Demetrios), Thessaloniki

Highlight • Religious Site

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 years.

The church is renowned for its Byzantine architecture and mosaics that depict religious scenes and narratives. If you're interested in learning about the Byzantine Empire, don't miss this church off your itinerary.

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10.6 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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14.5 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 has breathtakinhg views of the Aegean Sea and is as a popular meeting point for both locals and tourists.

Inside the tower, you can visit a museum which showcases Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman artefacts.

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15.2 km

Umbrellas by Zongolopoulos

Highlight • Monument

Umbrellas ”sculpture by artist George Zongolopoulos

Translated by Google •

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17.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.25 km

6.19 km

3.14 km

358 m

150 m

Surfaces

11.0 km

4.48 km

1.53 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (180 m)

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

Agia Sophia Church, Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki City Walls

View of Thessaloniki from Heptapyrgion Fortress

View of Thessaloniki from Vlatadon Monastery

Hagios Demetrios Church (Church of Saint Demetrios), Thessaloniki

Arch of Galerius

The White Tower, Thessaloniki

Umbrellas by Zongolopoulos

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