The action highlights sustainable mobility, inviting citizens and visitors to explore the city center on foot, by bicycle, or by public transport. For this purpose, the Hellenic Police (EL.AS.) has announced extensive traffic restrictions.

Traffic ban in Athens, September 21, 20:00–23:00
According to the official announcement, the traffic ban began on Saturday, September 20, at 20:00 and will last until Sunday, September 21, at 23:00.

During this period, no vehicles will be allowed to pass through central streets of the Municipality of Athens, turning the area into a large open space for pedestrians and cyclists.

Closed streets: Athinas, Karagiorgi Servias, Perikleous, up to Ermou.

The Hellenic Police urges drivers to avoid these roads and squares in order to facilitate circulation and prevent additional problems on the road network.

Events and activities for everyone
Throughout the 24 hours, “Car-free Athinas” will host a variety of activities for all ages: creative workshops, children’s events, bicycles, scooters, music performances, storytelling, midnight screenings, and more surprises.

Athens celebrates sustainable mobility, offering experiential events that foster interaction between residents and visitors as part of a collective effort toward quality-driven sustainable tourism.