Sunday is always a first-class opportunity for walks with friends and family. If you have children, it’s more likely that Sunday is the day you manage more than the other days to be with them. Fortunately, Attica offers all year round places to take a leisurely walk with your family and recharge your batteries for the next week.
We’re giving you some suggestions that are a guarantee…
Take the mountains
Athens has what we call the mountains next door to us, in Attica. They are ideal for a one-day excursion and exploration. Children, when they come into contact with nature, rejoice more than anything else. Penteli, Parnitha, and Imittos are the best known and the ones that will definitely offer you the opportunity for a pleasant escape. Explore the small forests, talk about the trees and animals that live there. Organize family hikes on the various paths. Parnitha will definitely be suitable for this. From Imittos, you will have the opportunity in some places to see Athens panoramically. So it’s a good opportunity for a mini geography lesson. If it’s good weather, schedule a picnic. The day will be unforgettable for everyone!
Attica and its parks
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Load the bikes into the car and start a Sunday full of rides and fun. Many of the parks of Athens and Attica in general are suitable for this. Syngrou Grove is one of them. In an area of hundreds of acres, young and old enjoy bike rides on Sundays. You will discover countless circular rides and paths in the green, and the whole family will enjoy a relaxed bike ride on the beautiful trails. The velodrome in Peristeri Grove is also the ideal place for cycling, and it’s very safe. The same applies to the Goudi Park, where you can generally enjoy a nice Sunday walk and a bike ride.
Go to a beach
Especially on sunny days, the sea always calls you. And nothing is better than a Sunday walk to Flisvos Marina. Favorite destination not only of those who live in southern Attica but also of people who come from a little further away for the beauty of the spot. It’s, in fact, like a small independent town in Paleo Faliro, where you can do a lot of things and spend all day, from morning to night. If you now prefer the eastern suburbs, you can go to Nea Makri and Marathon. And besides the sea, to enjoy a walk in the lake. Before you know it, Sunday’s going to be very easy.
Walk in Stavros Niarchos Park
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Since it’s been in operation, it has been a favorite Sunday destination for many families, and not unfairly. “As if you’re not in Greece,” say many who visit it. In a huge area, you can walk on the two banks of the canal that is there. Picnic under the trees of the esplanade, you’ll often hear music on your way, and kids playing around. On Sundays, you will definitely find some action for children and generally many activities, so you can have a pleasant Sunday for young and old.
Whatever you choose, for sure: with a good mood and a little organization, especially if you have small children, Sundays in Attica are an opportunity for fun and rest for every taste!
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best mountains for family walks in Attica are Penteli, Parnitha, and Ymittos. These mountains offer ideal one-day excursions with various hiking paths suitable for children. Parnitha is particularly recommended for organized family hikes, while Ymittos provides panoramic views of Athens, making it perfect for a mini geography lesson combined with a leisurely walk.
Several parks in Attica are ideal for family cycling including Syngrou Grove, which offers hundreds of acres with numerous circular rides and paths, Peristeri Grove with its safe velodrome, and Goudi Park. These locations provide relaxed bike rides on beautiful trails suitable for both young and old.
The best beach destinations for Sunday walks in Attica include Flisvos Marina in Paleo Faliro, which offers a town-like atmosphere with various activities for the whole day. For eastern suburbs, Nea Makri and Marathon are excellent choices, where you can enjoy both sea walks and lakeside strolls.
At Stavros Niarchos Park, families can enjoy walks along the two banks of the canal, picnicking under trees on the esplanade, listening to music, and participating in various children's activities. The park is known for its beautiful layout and numerous Sunday activities suitable for both young and old.
To plan a successful family Sunday outing in Attica, choose from mountains, parks, or beaches based on your preference and weather conditions. Organize activities appropriate for your children's age, bring bikes or prepare for hiking, pack a picnic, and plan timing to make the most of your day. Good mood and little organization ensure a fun and restful Sunday for the entire family.
