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Skaramagas Shipyards

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Skaramagas Shipyards (Hellenic Shipyards S.A.), located west of Piraeus, is the largest shipyard in Greece and one of the most prominent in the entire Mediterranean. Founded in 1958 by shipping magnate Stavros Niarchos, it quickly became a premier hub for the construction and repair of both commercial and military vessels. The site is of vital strategic importance to the Hellenic Navy, as a significant portion of the national fleet is maintained here, including the advanced Class 214 submarines. Spanning over 800,000 square meters, the shipyard features massive dry docks and modern manufacturing facilities. Despite facing long-term financial and legal challenges, Skaramagas remains an indispensable part of Greece's defense industry and maritime infrastructure. In recent years, the facility has undergone restructuring to attract new investors and enhance its global competitiveness. The shipyard plays a crucial role in employment within the Attica region and serves as a center for naval technological expertise.

Location: Greece
Top sights: Copa Copana water park · Tower of Rheitoi · Sanctuary of Aphrodite
Nearby: Elefsina (6 km)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is May, Sep, Oct.

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Avg °C	9	10	12	15	20	25	28	27	24	19	15	11
Rain mm	66	58	53	30	21	20	12	8	29	49	69	86

📋 Practical info

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What is this place?

The Skaramagas shipyard is the largest shipbuilding facility in Greece, serving as a crucial pillar for the region's maritime infrastructure and defense industry across the Eastern Mediterranean.

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Visiting

As a highly secure industrial and military facility, the expansive grounds are strictly closed to the general public, meaning visitors can only glimpse the massive dry docks from a considerable distance.

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Where to view it

The best opportunity to appreciate the immense scale of the cranes and docks is from the elevated sections of the nearby coastal road or from the deck of a ferry passing through the adjacent bay.

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Local products

While the shipyard itself does not produce consumer goods, the maritime industry sustains the surrounding port towns, where travelers can enjoy traditional taverns and fresh Aegean seafood.

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Active season

Industrial operations and maintenance work continue year-round, typically operating in multiple shifts, which results in a steady flow of trucks and supply vessels moving through the bay on weekdays.

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Nearby

Passing through this industrial corridor can be perfectly combined with a visit to the ancient historical sites of Eleusis or an onward journey towards the easy on the eye islands of the Saronic Gulf.

Geography

Coordinates

38.01600, 23.60100

Facts

The shipyard was built in 1958 by Stavros Niarchos on the site of a naval base.
It features the largest dry dock in the entire Mediterranean region.
Skaramagas holds the license to build German-designed Class 214 submarines.
The shipyard's premises cover a vast area of 832,000 square meters.
Over 1,000 vessels have been repaired or built at this site since its founding.
The facility was acquired in 2021 by the Greek investor George Prokopiou.

Explore nearby

Notable places around

Aspropyrgos Refinery3 km · NExplore →

Diomedes Botanical Garden4 km · EExplore →

Halivourgiki Steel Mill4 km · NWExplore →

Elefsina6 km · NWExplore →

Aspropyrgos6 km · NExplore →

Nikaia6 km · SEExplore →

Petroupoli7 km · EExplore →

Elefsina Shipyards8 km · WExplore →

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Sights in the town Skaramagas Shipyards (4)

Copa Copana water park

Water park with slides and pools, located near Skaramagas.

Tower of Rheitoi🏰 castle

Medieval tower, part of the fortifications at Lake Rheitoi in Attica.

Sanctuary of Aphrodite

Ancient sanctuary of Aphrodite near Athens, archaeological site.

Dafni Pan cave (Attica)

Cave near Dafni monastery, former sanctuary of Pan in Attica.

Sights nearby

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Skaramagas shipyard located?

West of Athens, near Elefsina in the Saronic Gulf.

What is special about this shipyard?

It is one of the largest in the Eastern Mediterranean and also builds submarines.

Can you visit the shipyard?

No, it is a closed industrial facility with military sectors.

Are the docks visible from the road?

Yes, driving by on the Athens-Corinth national road, you can see the cranes and ships.

Who is the owner?

After a varied history, it is now back in private Greek ownership.

Skaramagas Shipyards: where is it located?

Skaramagas Shipyards is located in Greece.

Skaramagas Shipyards: what is there to see?

Highlights include Copa Copana water park, Tower of Rheitoi, Sanctuary of Aphrodite.

Skaramagas Shipyards: when is the best time to visit?