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Heavy Traffic Reported on Kifisos and Attiki Odos

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Traffic congestion is severe on Kifisos, affecting both directions.
Delays on Attiki Odos range from 5 to 20 minutes depending on the exit.
Drivers face significant challenges in central Athens and coastal roads.
Areas around the port of Piraeus are experiencing heavy traffic.
Major slowdowns are noted on numerous key arteries throughout the region.

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Traffic congestion is currently impacting major routes in the Attica region, particularly on the Kifisos and Attiki Odos highways. Reports indicate that drivers are facing significant delays, particularly on the Kifisos highway, with congestion observed in both directions. The situation is exacerbated in several central areas of Athens and along the coastal road.

As of June 19, 2026, commuters have been advised to avoid the Kifisos, where delays are described as reaching alarming levels, labeled as "red" by traffic monitoring sources. Delays extending up to 20 minutes have been reported on the Attiki Odos, while other major roadways in the metropolitan area are also experiencing increased traffic. The congestion has led to a difficult morning commute for many drivers in the region.

In light of these conditions, authorities recommend alternative routes where possible as the heavy traffic is expected to persist throughout the day. The ongoing congestion has raised concerns about the efficiency of traffic management in light of high vehicle density on these key transport arteries.

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19 June

Severe traffic congestion reported in Kifisos and Piraeus, with additional delays on Attiki Odos.

Heavy Traffic Reported on Kifisos and Attiki Odos

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