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Opening hours and admission
The site is open daily, 09:00–13:00, with free admission. Car and coach drivers leave their identity document at the main gate; it is returned on departure.
FORT ROUPEL / USEFUL INFORMATION
ACCESS & VISITING
Everything you need to know before your visit.
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Access and parking
Follow the A25 motorway on the Langadas–Serres–Promachonas route and take exit 16 towards Roupel, approximately 115 km from Thessaloniki. From there, a paved road of 4.5 km leads to the fort. An organised parking area for cars and coaches is available on arrival.
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Guided tour
Military personnel conduct guided tours daily. The visit includes “Profitis Ilias” hill with its memorial and observation point towards the Greek–Bulgarian border, the Military Museum and the main underground tunnel, which housed the complex's command post during the Second World War.
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Canteen and souvenir shop
A canteen and souvenir shop operate daily, 09:00–13:00.
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Visitor guidelines
For your safety, follow the instructions of military personnel and remain on the designated route. Access to areas of the complex and underground tunnels not open to visitors is prohibited.
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Photography and filming
Permitted only in areas open to visitors. Avoid recording military personnel and follow the relevant instructions.
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Respect for the monument and environment
Roupel is a monument of modern Greek history. Do not damage facilities or exhibits, and do not remove any objects. Offenders are subject to prosecution. Protect the natural landscape and keep the site clean, leaving no litter.
Before visiting, we recommend confirming the opening hours with the military authorities.
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Combine Fort Roupel, the Belles Memorial Centre and the routes of Metaxas Line Tour.