Shabbat times in Athens
Greece · Friday, October 2, 2026
Candle lighting6:48 PMFriday, October 2
Shabbat ends7:43 PMSunday, October 4
Torah portion: Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah
Candles are lit 18 minutes before sunset. Shabbat ends at nightfall, when the sun is 8.5° below the horizon.
The coming weeks
| Friday | Candle lighting | Shabbat ends | Torah portion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9 | 6:38 PM | 7:34 PM | Parashat Bereshit |
| Oct 16 | 6:28 PM | 7:24 PM | Parashat Noach |
| Oct 23 | 6:18 PM | 7:15 PM | Parashat Lech-Lecha |
| Oct 30 | 5:10 PM | 6:08 PM | Parashat Vayera |
| Nov 6 | 5:03 PM | 6:01 PM | Parashat Chayei Sara |
| Nov 13 | 4:56 PM | 5:55 PM | Parashat Toldot |
| Nov 20 | 4:52 PM | 5:52 PM | Parashat Vayetzei |
| Nov 27 | 4:48 PM | 5:49 PM | Parashat Vayishlach |
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Questions and answers
When does Shabbat start in Athens this week?
This Friday, October 2, 2026, candles are lit in Athens at 6:48 PM. Shabbat ends on Saturday night at 7:43 PM.
How many minutes before sunset are Shabbat candles lit in Athens?
In Athens candles are lit 18 minutes before sunset.