Neo Phaliron Velodrome, Velodrome in Piraeus, Greece
Neo Phaliron Velodrome is a velodrome in Piraeus, Greece. It has a banked concrete track and simple spectator areas, and it is used for cycling races and training.
The original velodrome was built for the 1896 Summer Olympics, where it hosted track cycling events. The current facility was rebuilt in the 1960s and has since been a regular venue for national competitions.
The velodrome is a local hub for cycling clubs, and on race days you can hear the whir of wheels and the cheers of spectators. The atmosphere is friendly and informal, with families and young riders often gathered near the track.
The site is easy to reach by public transport and has basic facilities. Visitors can watch training sessions on most days, and the open layout lets you see the track from different angles.
The track's concrete surface is unusually hard, which makes it fast but demands careful handling from riders. It is one of the few velodromes in Greece that remains in active use for both training and racing.
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