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Attica ports see massive surge in August holiday travelers

Greece is experiencing a massive peak in summer travel during the August holiday period, particularly in the Attica region. Major ports including Piraeus, Rafina, and Lavrio are reporting extremely high passenger volumes as travelers head to the islands.

Between August 7 and August 9, more than 129,000 passengers were expected to depart from the three main Attica ports via approximately 147 scheduled ferry voyages. Piraeus remains the primary hub, accounting for nearly 73% of the total passenger traffic for the three-day period. In many instances, particularly on routes to the Cyclades, vessel capacity reached 100%.

Beyond maritime travel, significant congestion has been reported at KTEL bus stations and on major national highways. The Hellenic Coast Guard has implemented increased measures to ensure smooth boarding and passenger service amidst the heavy crowds. Authorities have advised travelers to arrive at the ports at least one hour prior to departure to avoid delays caused by the intense seasonal movement.

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Argosaronic Islands · Attica · Attica Ports · Cyclades islands · Greek Coast Guard · Greek Ministry of Shipping and Island Policy · Greek ferry operators · Hellenic Coast Guard · Hermes Airports · Larnaca International Airport · Lavrio · Lavrio Port

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