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The ruins of Ancient Olympia at sunset

ΣΥΜΠΟΛΙΤΕΙΑ ΟΛΥΜΠΙΑΣ ΑΜΚΕ · Est. 2014

Keeping the Spirit of Olympia Alive.

Building a future through peace, friendship, and Olympic values.

A Greek non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting the Olympic ideals, preserving the cultural heritage of Olympia, and advancing the message of the Olympic Truce.

The stone arch leading into the ancient stadium of Olympia

A shared vision

Rooted in the spirit of Olympia

Federation of Olympia, known by its Greek name ΣΥΜΠΟΛΙΤΕΙΑ ΟΛΥΜΠΙΑΣ ΑΜΚΕ, is a Greek non-profit civil company established in 2014.

Its purpose is to promote the Olympic ideal as shaped by the ancient Games and to highlight the historical and cultural significance of Olympia — with particular emphasis on the Olympic Truce as a message of peace, respect and understanding among people and nations.

Our work rests on a simple belief: sport and culture can bring people together beyond geographical, cultural and social differences.

About the organisation

Legacy

From Ancient Olympia to a more peaceful world

The legacy of Olympia belongs not only to history but also to the future.

The Olympic tradition reminds us that competition can exist alongside respect, that differences do not prevent cooperation, and that peaceful coexistence is a shared human responsibility.

“Ekecheiria — a pause in conflict, so that all may come to Olympia.”
Federation of Olympia members at a public gathering
Dialogue & cooperation
Federation of Olympia community activity
Cultural events
Volunteers gathered beside donated goods during a solidarity collection
Community solidarity

Flagship initiative

The Route of Truce

Inspired by the ancient road between Elis and Olympia, the Route of Truce turns the values of peace, friendship and respect into a shared cultural and sporting experience.

Walk the route with us
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The values of Olympia grow stronger when people take part.