MSFS Thessaloniki Photogrammetry Scenery

Immerse yourself in the historic charm and breathtaking landscapes of Greece's second-largest city, Thessaloniki, with the latest freeware add-on for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020. Experience the city's rich cultural heritage and modern vibrance like never before, right from the cockpit of your favorite aircraft.

Key Features:

• Authentic Photogrammetry: Dive into a realistic representation of Thessaloniki, crafted meticulously through advanced photogrammetry technology. Every building, street, and landmark mirrors its real-world counterpart with exceptional accuracy, offering an unparalleled level of immersion.
• Detailed Urban Landscape: Navigate through the city’s bustling urban fabric, enriched with detailed textures and models. From the iconic White Tower to the expansive port, explore landmarks that capture the essence of Thessaloniki's historical and modern identity.
• Optimized Performance: Despite its comprehensive detail, the scenery is designed to optimize performance. Enhancements from the initial release include reduced package size and elevation fixes, ensuring a seamless flight experience.

About Photogrammetry Scenery:

Photogrammetry in flight simulation refers to the method of using photographs to create three-dimensional models of landscapes, buildings, and objects. This technique provides a realistic and accurate representation of the environment, enhancing the pilot's immersion in the simulated world. The Thessaloniki scenery leverages this technology, utilizing data extracted from Google Maps to bring the vibrant city to life within the simulator.

Exploring Thessaloniki

Founded in 315 BC, Thessaloniki's landscape is a tapestry woven with historical significance and modern flair. As a pivotal economic, cultural, and political hub, the city boasts an array of Byzantine monuments, Roman structures, and cultural festivals. This add-on not only celebrates Thessaloniki's architectural wonders but also its standing as a beacon of cultural richness in Greece.

Nearby Airports for Takeoff and Landing

• Makedonia Airport (LGTS): Thessaloniki's primary international gateway. Located just a few kilometers southeast of the city center, it's the perfect starting point to explore the scenery. The airport accommodates a wide range of aircraft, offering both challenging approaches and scenic departures over the Thermaic Gulf.
• Kozani National Airport "Filippos" (LGKZ): Situated to the west of Thessaloniki, this regional airport offers a quieter alternative for departures and arrivals, set against the backdrop of Greece's stunning inland landscapes.

Installation and Credits

This scenery mod is a product of sophisticated data extraction from Google Maps, with all three-dimensional credits attributed to Google. The Google Earth Decoder tool facilitated the creation of this immersive environment. Our commitment to enhancing your flight simulation experience is reflected in the continuous updates and improvements made since the initial release.

Simply extract the archive and copy the thalixte-thessalonique1, thalixte-thessalonique2, thalixte-thessalonique3 and thalixte-thessalonique4 folders into your MSFS Community folder.