Thessaloniki Metro Offers Free Rides in December

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1. Δεκέμβριος (m.)
   ο δωδέκατος μήνας του έτους ↩︎
2. κάτοικος (m.)
   άτομο που ζει σε ένα συγκεκριμένο μέρος ↩︎
3. μετρό (n.)
   σύστημα υπόγειων ή υπέργειων τρένων μέσα σε πόλη ↩︎
4. συμβαίνω
   όταν κάτι λαμβάνει χώρα ↩︎
5. προσφορά (f.)
   ειδική συμφωνία ή πρόγραμμα που ενθαρρύνει τη χρήση προϊόντων ή υπηρεσιών ↩︎
6. απολαμβάνω
   νιώθω ευχαρίστηση ή ικανοποίηση από κάτι ↩︎

Translation

Text Comprehension

Question: On which days in December can people ride the Thessaloniki metro for free?

Question: What weekends offer free rides in Thessaloniki metro in December 2024?

Vocabulary

Greek	English
Δεκέμβριος (m.)	December
κάτοικος (m.)	inhabitant
μετρό (n.)	subway
συμβαίνω	happen
προσφορά (f.)	offer
απολαμβάνω	enjoy

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The complimentary metro service commences at 18:00 every Friday and concludes at 00:30 on Sundays. This arrangement will be in effect for the weekends of 6th-8th, 13th-15th, 20th-22nd, and 27th-29th December 2024. These dates are strategically chosen to coincide with festive events happening in Thessaloniki, encouraging more residents and visitors to participate in the celebrations.

This gesture by Elliniko Metro SA and Thema is seen as a special gift to the public during the holiday season, aimed at enhancing accessibility around the city. By removing the fare barrier during these weekends, the metro service anticipates easing travel for people attending various events, shopping, and gathering with loved ones across Thessaloniki.

Such initiatives not only facilitate better mobility but also serve as a timely reminder of the metro’s key role in connecting communities within the city, especially during times of celebration. Through these free travel weekends, the metro underscores its commitment to supporting the community and fostering festive spirit in Thessaloniki.

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