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Políchni

Central Macedonia, Greece · Europe

About Políchni

Políchni is worth a stop: 4km from Rotunda of Galerius.

Políchni is a town located in Central Macedonia, Greece. With a population of 38,887, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Políchni sits in Greece, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Athens time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Políchni to your route.

About Políchni

Polichni (Greek: Πολίχνη, literally Little town) is a suburb of the Thessaloniki Urban Area and a former municipality in the regional unit of Thessaloniki, Macedonia, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform, it is part of the municipality Pavlos Melas, of which it is a municipal unit. The population is 38,887

Read more (2021 census), and it has a land area of 7.325 km2. The Polichni district includes the areas of: Anthokipoi (Gardens) Ano Polichni (Upper Polichni) Meteora Neromiloi (Water Mills) St Panteleimon The central square of Polichni is named after the Saint Panteleimon church.

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Where is Políchni located?

Políchni is located in Central Macedonia, Greece, Europe. The coordinates are 40.6667 latitude, 22.9488 longitude.

What is the population of Políchni?

Políchni has a population of approximately 38,887 people, making it a town in Greece.

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Quick Information

Population
38,887
Continent
Europe
Country
Greece
Region
Central Macedonia
Timezone
Europe/Athens
Coordinates
40.6667, 22.9488

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Greece

Police
100
Ambulance
166
Fire
199
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Tourist police (English-speaking): 171.

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Worth the detour from Políchni

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

ancient ruins

Rotunda of Galerius

A massive 4th-century Roman cylindrical structure in Thessaloniki, originally a mausoleum, later a church and mosque, with rare surviving mosaics.

4 km · about 5 min drive

landmark

White Tower of Thessaloniki

The iconic 15th-century Ottoman waterfront tower that has become the symbol of Greece's second-largest city.

4 km · about 10 min drive

ancient ruins

Royal Tombs of Vergina

The UNESCO-listed burial site of Macedonian royalty including Philip II, father of Alexander the Great, with stunning golden artifacts.

57 km · about 65 min drive

Driving in Greece

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.88/litre
Motorway tolls
~€7.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

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