Generally Safe
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Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in Thessaloniki?
Generally yes, tap water in Thessaloniki is safe to drink. EYATH (Thessaloniki Water Supply and Sewerage Company) manages the supply from the Aliakmonas River and local springs, meeting EU standards.
Hardness
Hard to very hard
Country
Greece
Rating
Generally Safe
Soft
Moderate
Hard
Very Hard
Water Source
Thessaloniki receives surface water from the Aliakmonas River via the Sindos treatment plant and Aliakmonas aqueduct, supplemented by the Aravissos springs and Axios aqueduct groundwater.
Contaminants & Concerns
No major contamination alerts. The water meets EU standards. High mineral content and hardness from borehole sources affect taste and cause significant limescale, but pose no health risk.
Tips
- •The water is safe but tastes mineral-heavy — a filter improves it noticeably
- •Expect significant limescale buildup in kettles and on taps — this is normal for Thessaloniki
- •Bottled water is widely available and inexpensive if you prefer a milder taste
Frequently Asked Questions
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