Pilot pedestrianization of Nikis Avenue in Thessaloniki
Pilot pedestrianization of Nikis Avenue in Thessaloniki

Pilot pedestrianization of Nikis Avenue in Thessaloniki

The pedestrianization will take place on Sunday, May 25th, as a pilot initiative led by the Central Municipality.
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RE+D magazine
23.05.2025

On Sunday, May 25th, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., the coastal Nikis Avenue in Thessaloniki will be pedestrianized, from the section between Eleftheriou Venizelou Street and the White Tower.

The Central Municipality is launching a pilot pedestrianization initiative aimed at enhancing the quality of urban life. As part of this initiative, vehicular traffic will be temporarily restricted in designated areas, allowing citizens of all ages to fully enjoy and utilize public space in a safe and accessible environment.

According to a statement issued by the Thessaloniki Traffic Police Department, vehicle traffic will be redirected via Venizelou Street, Mitropoleos Street, and other central roadways. To ensure access to adjacent properties, Ploutarchou and Demosthenous Streets will operate temporarily as two-way streets.

Motorists are kindly urged to exercise increased caution, adhere strictly to traffic signage and the directions of traffic officers, and adjust their speed accordingly—especially on roads surrounding Nikis Avenue—to prevent accidents and minimize traffic congestion. Enhanced traffic control measures will be in effect, with officers stationed at key intersections to assist with traffic management and ensure smooth circulation.