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Τον Δεκέμβριο οι κάτοικοι της Θεσσαλονίκης μπορούν να χρησιμοποιούν το μετρό δωρεάν. Αυτό θα συμβαίνει κάθε Παρασκευή από τις 18:00 μέχρι Κυριακή 00:30. Τα Σαββατοκύριακα με δωρεάν διαδρομές είναι 6-8, 13-15, 20-22, και 27-29 Δεκεμβρίου 2024. Αυτή η προσφορά βοηθά τους πολίτες να απολαύσουν γιορτές.
Translation
In December, residents of Thessaloniki can use the metro for free. This will occur every Friday from 18:00 until Sunday 00:30. The weekends with free travel are 6th-8th, 13th-15th, 20th-22nd, and 27th-29th December 2024. This offer helps citizens to enjoy the festive season.
Exercise: Text comprehension
Question 1: On which days in December can people ride the Thessaloniki metro for free?
People can ride the Thessaloniki metro for free from Friday 18:00 to Sunday 00:30 in December.
Question 2: What weekends offer free rides in Thessaloniki metro in December 2024?
The weekends with free rides are December 6-8, 13-15, 20-22, and 27-29, 2024.
Exercise: Vocabulary
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▌07/12/2024
During the festive month of December, the citizens of Thessaloniki can enjoy free rides on their local metro system. This initiative has been announced by Elliniko Metro SA and Thema, the company responsible for the operation and maintenance of the metro. The offer aims to spread holiday cheer by providing complimentary transportation during selected weekends, allowing individuals to travel without the need for ticket validation.
The complimentary metro service commences at 18:00 every Friday and concludes at 00:30 on Sundays. This arrangement will be in effect for the weekends of 6th-8th, 13th-15th, 20th-22nd, and 27th-29th December 2024. These dates are strategically chosen to coincide with festive events happening in Thessaloniki, encouraging more residents and visitors to participate in the celebrations.
Thessaloniki Metro Offers Free Rides in December (Illustration)
This gesture by Elliniko Metro SA and Thema is seen as a special gift to the public during the holiday season, aimed at enhancing accessibility around the city. By removing the fare barrier during these weekends, the metro service anticipates easing travel for people attending various events, shopping, and gathering with loved ones across Thessaloniki.
Such initiatives not only facilitate better mobility but also serve as a timely reminder of the metro’s key role in connecting communities within the city, especially during times of celebration. Through these free travel weekends, the metro underscores its commitment to supporting the community and fostering festive spirit in Thessaloniki.
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