Premises

EPLO European Law and Governance School Office in Athens

The EPLO ELGS Athens office is located at the EPLO premise at the Roman Agora.

Campus in Sounion, Attica, Greece

Classes are offered from the EPLO premises in Sounion which overlooks the Aegean Sea and  is located by the bay of Cape Sounion, where the ancient Temple of Poseidon rests. The ELGS students enjoy the beauty and the tranquility of a traditional collegiate setting amidst a landscape of unparalleled environmental and cultural beauty. Accommodation facilities, food and drink, entertainment and amusement, shopping and various everyday provisions are available within the lively settlement of Anavyssos, as well as in the neighboring resorts of Palaea Phokaea (less than 1 klm away) and of  Saronida (5 klm away). The abundance of choices for activities makes the area attractive for permanent residents, for summer vacationers, for daily excursions and for short breaks from everyday stress and routines.

Located on the bay of Cape Sounion, 64 kilometers from Athens and overlooking the Aegean Sea, the property is 32.500 square meters, and the building is 4.000 square meters. Facilities include a large scale conference room with a capacity of 500 persons with simultaneous interpretation for 4 languages, 4 seminar rooms with a capacity for 70 persons, a library of 35.000 volumes, a guest house with 2 suites and 11 rooms, a business center, a reading room overlooking the sea, tennis, volleyball and basketball courts, an outdoor theater and a large garden. Catering and additional student/professor accommodation is offered through partner hotels.

The history of Sounion

The EPLO’s seaside premise is situated in Sounion, one hour away from Athens by car. Sounion is a popular tourist location where visitors enjoy the famous Poseidon’s temple with a magnificent view of the Aegean Sea and stunning sunsets and full moons.

Sounion combines history with a landscape of unparalleled natural beauty. Its key tourist attraction is the ruins of the temple of Poseidon, which was built in 444 BC, in honor of the ancient Greek god of the sea. The substantial ruins overlook the Aegean Sea and is a popular site for visitors to view the sunset.

According to legend, Cape Sounion is the spot where Aegeus, the King of Athens, jumped off the cliff, thus giving his name to the Aegean Sea. The story goes that Aegeus, anxiously looking out from Sounion for his Theseus returning from Crete, despaired when he saw the black sail on the ship. This led him to believe that his son had been killed in his battle against the dreaded Minotaur, a monster that was half man and half bull. The Minotaur was confined by its owner, King Minos of Crete, in a specially designed labyrinth. Every year, the Athenians were forced to send seven boys and seven girls to King Minos as a tribute. These youths were placed in the labyrinth to be devoured by the Minotaur. Theseus had volunteered to go and with the third attempt he managed to slay the beast.

He had agreed with his father that if he had survived he would have hoisted a white sail on his boat. Nevertheless Theseus despite his victory against the Minotaur had tragically forgotten to hoist the white sail thus leading to his father’s death.

The EPLO Library

More than 120 books on public law, and more than 80 issues of its quarterly multilingual journal, the European Review of Public Law, have been published under the scientific and editorial direction of the EPLO, while its library, the European Public Law Library, hosted at the premises in Sounion and exceeds 35.000 volumes.

Leisure Activities

The Campus is located at the seaside, only steps away from the Aegean Sea with an outdoor open theater and a garden of 30.000 square meters. It is only 4 km away from the ancient Temple of Poseidon in Cape Sounion.

Sports Facilities include:

• A Basketball Court
• A Tennis Court
• A Volleyball Court

Students spend their free time practicing their favorite sports at the campus’ facilities, swimming and participating in water sports at the many nearby beaches and coves, engaging in outdoor activities such as bike riding or running, and spending time with friends on nights and weekends at the nearby town of Lavrio.

Extra Curricular Activities

A range of optional extra-curricular activities for the body and mind, providing you with the opportunity to explore the Greek nature and culture, are made available through our Student Affairs Department.. All activities are subject to attendance and prior notice is required. For more information please download our brochure and/or contact the Student Affairs Officer.

Access to the EPLO Sounion Premises

• The EPLO premises in Sounion is located 64 km away from Athens city center (an hour away by car), and 35 km away from Athens International Airport (half an hour away by car).

Public Transport

You can reach the Sounion premises with public transportation by taking the KTEL ATTIKIS bus line with direction to Sounion from the center of Athens (Filellinon Street, Syntagma Square). This bus is usually orange and SOUNIO-ΣΟΥΝΙΟ is indicated on it. Ask the bus driver to make a stop at “Legraina”. For more information you may contact the KTEL customer service at (+30) 2108808080 – www.ktelattikis.gr.

EPLO European Law and Governance Office in Cascais

The office is  located at the Casa de Santa Maria in Cascais, Lisbon area.

Campus at the Mosteiro de Santa Maria do Mar  in Carcavelos

The Master’s in Global Rule of Law and Democracy offers a unique learning experience at the EPLO ELGS campus in Portugal, located in the historic Mosteiro de Santa Maria do Mar. Thanks to the generous support of the Municipality of Cascais, students benefit from modern classrooms and comfortable accommodation, creating the perfect environment for their studies and professional growth.

Mosteiro de Santa Maria do Mar

The Mosteiro de Santa Maria do Mar in Carcavelos, within the boundaries of the Municipality of Cascais, is a recently renovated and well-organized former monastery. It is situated in a quiet neighborhood known for its natural beauty, close to the coast, with easy access to the cultural attractions of Lisbon, Oeiras, Estoril and Cascais. The surrounding area offers plenty of opportunities for leisure and exploration, making it a perfect place for both study and living.

Classrooms

The classrooms at the refurbished Mosteiro de Santa Maria do Mar are designed to promote interactive and engaging learning. They are bright and spacious, fully equipped with modern amenities, including touch-screen TV, high-speed internet and laptops provided for student use, ensuring a professional and productive teaching environment. Professors also benefit from a dedicated office space to support lecture preparation, administrative tasks and student consultations. The serene atmosphere of the historic monastery, combined with its advanced facilities, provides an inspiring setting for academic lectures, group discussions and collaborative activities.

Accommodation

The postgraduate students’ accommodation is conveniently located within the same building as the classrooms at the Mosteiro de Santa Maria do Mar. This peaceful residence, surrounded by green spaces, vineyards and gardens, features security at the entrance and Wi-Fi throughout, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment that fosters concentration and focus on studies. Essential amenities such as supermarkets, pharmacies and local cafés are within walking distance. Additionally, the location is well-connected by public transport.