Safe Greece · Last reviewed: August 28, 2026

Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in Athens?

Q: Is Athens tap water safe to drink?

Yes, Athens has reliable, well-treated municipal water sourced from mainland reservoirs.

Q: Is Athens water different from Greek island water?

Yes, Athens draws from protected mainland reservoirs, while many islands depend on desalination or trucked-in water, which is why island tap water is often not recommended.

Q: Can tourists drink Athens tap water?

Yes, it's safe for tourists throughout the city.

Yes, tap water in Athens is safe to drink, sourced from mainland reservoirs and treated by EYDAP, the Athens water utility.

Hardness

Moderate to hard

Country

Greece

Rating

Safe

Soft

Moderate

Hard

Very Hard

Water Source

EYDAP supplies Athens primarily from Lake Marathon and Lake Mornos, along with the Evinos reservoir, treated to EU standards.

Contaminants & Concerns

No significant health concerns.

Tips

•Athens tap water is genuinely good and safe, unlike on many Greek islands
•No need to buy bottled water in the city
•Public fountains in central Athens are generally safe to drink from

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Athens tap water safe to drink?

Is Athens water different from Greek island water?

Can tourists drink Athens tap water?

Sources & References

The safety rating and guidance on this page draw on the following sources. See our full methodology.

•WHO Guidelines for Drinking-water Quality
•CDC Travelers' Health destination pages
•The municipal water utility's published quality data

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