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Glafyra

In Greek: Γλαφυρά

Glafyra is a village in the municipality of Volos, in the Magnesia regional unit of Thessaly, Greece, at an elevation of 360 metres and 10 km in a straight line from Volos. At the 2021 census it had 200 inhabitants.

At a glance

Type
village
Regional unit
Magnesia
Municipality
Volos
Elevation
360 m
Population
200 (2021)
Postcode
38500
Distance
10 km from Volos

Population in the census

Between 1991 and 2021 the population fell by 53%.

Source: Hellenic Statistical Authority censuses, via Wikidata.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Glafyra?
Glafyra is in the municipality of Volos, Magnesia regional unit, in Thessaly, central Greece.
What is the population of Glafyra?
At the 2021 census Glafyra had 200 inhabitants. Between 1991 and 2021 the population fell by 53%.
What is the elevation of Glafyra?
Glafyra lies at about 360 metres above sea level.
How far is Glafyra from Volos?
About 10 km in a straight line. The distance by road is longer.
Which villages are near Glafyra?
The nearest are Kerasia (4 km), Fytoko (5.6 km), Melissatika (5.8 km), Kakkavos (5.8 km).

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