Is it worth going to Greece by car? Documents, route, roads, tips for tourists. Traffic rules in Greece

She made an invaluable contribution to European culture. Literature, architecture, philosophy, history, other sciences, state system, laws, art and myths of ancient Greece laid the foundation of modern European civilization. Greek gods known all over the world.

Greece today

Modern Greece little known to most of our compatriots. The country is located at the junction of West and East, connecting Europe, Asia and Africa. The length of the coastline is 15,000 km (including islands)! Our map will help you find a unique corner or island, which I haven’t been to yet. We offer daily feed news. In addition, for many years we have been collecting photo And reviews.

Holidays in Greece

Acquaintance with the ancient Greeks in absentia will not only enrich you with the understanding that everything new is well-forgotten old, but will also encourage you to go to the homeland of gods and heroes. Where, behind the ruins of temples and the debris of history, our contemporaries live with the same joys and problems as their distant ancestors thousands of years ago. An unforgettable experience awaits you rest, thanks to the most modern infrastructure surrounded by pristine nature. On the site you will find tours to Greece, resorts And hotels, weather. In addition, here you will learn how and where to register visa and you will find Consulate in your country or greek visa center.

Real estate in Greece

The country is open to foreigners wishing to purchase real estate. Any foreigner has the right to this. Only in border areas do non-EU citizens need to obtain a purchase permit. However, finding legitimate houses, villas, townhouses, apartments, correct execution of the transaction, and subsequent maintenance is a difficult task that our team has been solving for many years.

Russian Greece

Subject immigration remains relevant not only for ethnic Greeks living outside their historical homeland. The immigrant forum discusses how legal issues, as well as the problems of adaptation in the Greek world and, at the same time, the preservation and popularization of Russian culture. Russian Greece is heterogeneous and unites all immigrants who speak Russian. At the same time, in recent years the country has not met the economic expectations of immigrants from the countries of the former USSR, and therefore we are seeing a reverse migration of peoples.

The length of the public road network in Greece is 117,000 km, of which 107,406 km are paved roads. The length of highways is 2,311 km.

Toll roads

In Greece, there are tolls for using roads based on the distance traveled. The management of individual sections of highways is the responsibility of different management companies.

Payment is made before entering the toll section of the road.

The tariffs depend on the type of vehicle. Vehicles are classified based on their height and number of axles.

Vehicle classification

Motorway Egnatia

The Egnatia motorway is the European highway E90, connecting Igoumenitsa in the west of Greece and Alexandroupolis in the east (on the border with Turkey).

There are currently nine toll booths on the Egnatia motorway.

Tariffs for 2018:
Payment station
1 2 3 4
Tyria € 1.50 € 2.10 € 5.30 € 7.40
Pamvotida € 0.80 € 1.20 € 3.00 € 4.20
Malakasi € 1.50 € 2.10 € 5.30 € 7.40
Polymylos € 1.70 € 2.40 € 6.00 € 8.40
Malgara € 0.80 € 1.20 € 3.00 € 4.20
Analipsi € 1.70 € 2.40 € 6.00 € 8.40
Moustheni € 1.70 € 2.40 € 6.00 € 8.40
Iasmos € 1.30 € 1.90 € 4.80 € 6.70
Mesti € 1.20 € 1.70 € 4.30 € 6.00

In addition, sections extending from the Egnatia Motorway towards the borders with neighboring countries - Albania, Macedonia and Bulgaria - are subject to payment.

Tariffs for 2018:

Aegean motorway

The Aegean motorway is part of the European highway E75, connecting Thessaloniki and Lamia.

Tariffs for 2018:
Payment station Vehicle category
1 2 3 4
Pelasgia € 2.40 € 3.40 € 8.60 € 12.00
Glyfa Ramp € 1.80 € 2.50 € 6.30 € 8.80
Moschochori € 2.80 € 4.00 € 9.90 € 13.80
Gyrtoni Ramp € 0.50 € 0.70 € 1.80 € 2.50
Makrychori Ramp (C) € 0.80 € 1.10 € 2.80 € 3.90
Makrychori € 1.80 € 2.50 € 6.30 € 8.80
Evaggelismos Ramp € 0.80 € 1.20 € 2.90 € 4.10
Pyrgetos € 1.20 € 1.70 € 4.10 € 5.80
Platamonas Ramp € 0.50 € 0.60 € 1.60 € 2.30
Leptokarya € 2.20 € 3.20 € 7.90 € 11.10
Leptokarya Ramp (C) € 1.30 € 1.80 € 4.50 € 6.30
Kleidi (Aiginio) € 1.50 € 2.20 € 5.40 € 7.60

(Α) = south towards Athens
(N) = north towards Thessaloniki

Rates are for cash payments only.

Motorway Moreas

The Moreas motorway is part of the European highway E65 and passes through the Greek cities of Corinthos, Tripoli and Kalamata.

There are currently five toll stations on the motorway, operating in both directions. In addition, there are two toll stations at the motorway exit - at Paradisia (at the motorway exit towards Athens, and at the motorway entrance towards Kalamata) and at Arfara (at the motorway entrance towards Athens, and at the motorway exit towards direction Kalamata).

Tariffs for 2018:
Payment station Vehicle category
1 2 3 4
Spathovouni € 1.70 € 2.50 € 6.30 € 8.80
Nestani € 1.60 € 2.35 € 5.95 € 8.35
Manari Bridge € 1.30 € 1.90 € 4.85 € 6.75
Veligosti € 0.80 € 1.25 € 3.15 € 4.40
Paradisia € 0.50 € 0.75 € 1.90 € 2.65
Kalamata € 1.30 € 1.90 € 4.75 € 6.65
Arfara € 0.50 € 0.75 € 1.90 € 2.65
Petrina € 2.00 € 2.90 € 7.25 € 10.15
Thouria € 0.30 € 0.45 € 1.20 € 1.65

Olympia Motorway

The Olympia motorway is part of the European E65 highway. It starts in Athens, passes through Corinthos and ends in Patras.

The motorway has five main toll stations (located on the motorway itself) and toll stations at the entrance/exit of the motorway.

Main payment stations:

  • Elefsina (26 km) - in both directions
  • Isthmos (73 km) - both directions
  • Kiato (94 km) - towards Patras
  • Eleonas (160 km) - in both directions
  • Rio (205 km) - towards Athens
Tariffs for 2018:
Payment station Vehicle category
1 2 3 4
Elefsina € 1.40 € 2.10 € 5.30 € 7.40
Isthmos € 1.20 € 1.80 € 4.50 € 6.30
Kiato € 1.60 € 2.20 € 5.70 € 8.00
Eleonas € 2.20 € 3.20 € 8.10 € 11.30
Rio € 1.40 € 2.10 € 5.30 € 7.40

Pathe motorway

The Pathe motorway is part of the European E75 highway and is managed by Nea Odos. It connects Lamia and Athens, and has a length of 172 km.

Tariffs for 2018:
Payment station Vehicle category
1 2 3 4
Affidnes (frontal) € 2.30 € 3.25 € 8.20 € 11.50
Kapandriti (lateral) € 1.40 € 2.00 € 5.00 € 7.00
Malakasa (lateral) € 0.95 € 1.40 € 3.55 € 4.95
Inofyta (lateral) € 0.45 € 0.65 € 1.65 € 2.35
Thiva (frontal) € 2.65 € 3.85 € 9.60 € 13.45
Thiva (lateral) € 1.05 € 1.50 € 3.80 € 5.35
Tragana (frontal) € 2.65 € 3.80 € 9.60 € 13.40
Tragana (lateral) € 2.15 € 3.05 € 7.70 € 10.75

Ionia motorway

The Ionia Odos motorway is part of the European highway E951 and is managed by the Nea Odos company. It connects Ioannina (Egnatia motorway) and Patras (Rio-Antirion bridge), and has a length of 196 km.

In addition to the toll stations located on the highway itself (frontal), there are also stations located at the exit from it (lateral).

Tariffs for 2018:
Payment station Vehicle category
1 2 3 4
Klokova (frontal) € 2.10 € 3.00 € 7.50 € 10.50
Gavrolimni (lateral) € 1.45 € 2.10 € 5.30 € 7.45
Mesologgi (lateral) € 0.85 € 1.25 € 3.15 € 4.40
Aggelokastro (frontal) € 2.45 € 3.50 € 8.85 € 12.35
Kouvaras (lateral) € 1.15 € 1.60 € 4.10 € 5.75
Menidi (frontal) € 2.10 € 3.00 € 7.50 € 10.55
Arta (lateral) € 0.50 € 0.75 € 1.90 € 2.70
Gorgomilos (lateral) € 0.70 € 1.00 € 2.55 € 3.55
Terovo (frontal) € 2.15 € 3.10 € 7.75 € 10.90

Payment at the station located on the motorway itself (frontal) is for the entire section. Payment at the station located at the exit from the motorway (lateral) occurs for the actual distance traveled.

For the entire section from the Egnatia motorway to the Rio-Antirio bridge for a passenger car you will have to pay € 12.60 (in the fall of 2017 it cost 2 times cheaper).

Attiki motorway

The Attiki motorway is the ring road around Athens. It connects Athens airport and highways. The highway has a length of 65 km.

Tolls are paid only once - at the entrance to the highway, regardless of the distance you need to travel.

Tariffs for 2018:

Areas with special payment

Tolls are also required for travel through some tunnels and bridges.

Tunnel Aktio – Preveza

The Aktio–Preveza Tunnel provides fast travel between Aitoloakarnania and Southern Greece along the coast. It is the first and so far only underwater tunnel in Greece. The length of the tunnel is 1,570 m (of which 909 m is under water) and has 2 lanes in each direction.

Rio–Antirio Bridge

The Rio-Antirion Bridge is located at the intersection of two main highways: Athens-Corinth-Patras-Kalamata and Ioannina-Antirio, which connect the most important cities in Greece and is part of the European motorway network.

The length of the bridge is 2,880 m. It has 6 lanes. 2 lanes in each direction plus 2 emergency lanes.

Travel tariffs for 2018:

In the video below you can watch the passage through the Rio – Antirio bridge (you can watch other videos on our channel on YouTube).

Parking in Greece

In the center of Athens, a new parking control system was introduced in November 2006. For permanent residents, the parking lot is marked with blue lines, for visitors - with white lines, and for special situations and professional needs - with yellow lines.

Payment is due on weekdays from 09:00 to 21:00, on Saturdays from 09:00 to 16:00. The maximum parking time is 3 hours, and the tariff is € 0.5 per hour for the first 2 hours. For 2.5 hours - € 4, and for 3 hours - € 6.

Violation of parking rules - € 80, confiscation of the driver's license for 10 days and registration certificate for 20 days.

Parking in spaces reserved for drivers with disabilities - € 150, confiscation of the driver's license for 10 days and registration certificate with numbers for 10 days.

Basic traffic rules in Greece

Speed ​​Limit

Standard speed limits in Greece (unless otherwise indicated on signs).

Cars and motorcycles:
  • in a populated area - 50 km/h
  • outside the populated area - 90 km/h
  • on the road - 110 km/h
  • on the motorway - 130 km/h
Cars (up to 3.5 t) with trailers (up to 750 kg):
  • in a populated area - 50 km/h
  • on the road - 90 km/h
  • on the motorway - 100 km/h
Cars (up to 3.5 t) with trailers (from 750 kg to 3.5 t):
  • in a populated area - 50 km/h
  • outside the populated area - 80 km/h
  • on the road - 80 km/h
  • on the motorway - 90 km/h

For vehicles equipped with snow chains, the maximum permitted speed is no more than 50 km/h.

Alcohol

Maximum permissible blood alcohol level 0.5 ‰.

If the blood alcohol level is more than 0.5‰ and less than 0.8‰, the driver will be fined €200.

If the blood alcohol level is more than 0.8 ‰ and less than 1.1 ‰, the driver will be fined € 700 and lose his driving license for up to 3 months.

If the blood alcohol level exceeds 1.1‰, then a fine of €1,200, loss of driving license for up to 6 months and possible imprisonment for 2 months. Repeated consumption of alcohol in quantities exceeding 1.1 ‰ within two years - a fine of €2,000, deprivation of a driving license for up to 5 years and possible imprisonment for 6 months.

For drivers with less than 2 years of experience, as well as for motorcyclists, the permissible blood alcohol level is 0.2 ‰.

If the blood alcohol level of such drivers is more than 0.2 ‰ and less than 0.8 ‰, then the driver will be fined € 200.

Low beam

Low beams are optional when driving during the day and are required when driving at night.

Fog lights can only be used in cases of fog, snow or heavy rain, alone or in combination with low beams.

The fine for violating the rules for using low beams is € 80.

Transportation of children

Children under 3 years old can travel only when using suitable child restraint systems suitable for their weight.

Children under 12 years of age and less than 135 cm tall are allowed to be transported in the rear seats only with the help of special means (child seats, boosters) that allow them to be fastened with seat belts.

The fine for violating the rules for transporting children is € 350.

Seat belts

Using seat belts Necessarily for front and rear passengers.

Using a helmet Necessarily for the driver and passenger when riding a motorcycle or scooter.

The fine is €350 and possible deprivation of your driving license for up to 20 days.

Talking on the phone

It is prohibited to use a telephone that is not equipped with a technical device that allows hands-free negotiations while the vehicle is moving.

The fine is € 100 and possible deprivation of your driver's license for up to 30 days. For a motorcyclist, the fine is € 150.

Fines

Police officers can issue fines, but do not have the power to collect them. The fine must be paid at the bank branch within 10 days.

Table of fines for traffic violations
Description of the violation Fine Withdrawal of a driver's license
Over speed
up to 20 km/h
€ 40 ----
Over speed
at 21-30 km/h
€ 100 ----
Over speed
over 30 km/h
€ 350 60 days
Driving through a red traffic light € 700
Failure to Obey Stop/Give Way Signs € 700 20 days and confiscation of technical passport with numbers for 20 days
Incorrect attitude towards pedestrians on crossings and sidewalks € 200 10 days and confiscation of technical passport with numbers for 10 days
Failure to comply with overtaking rules € 700 20 days and confiscation of technical passport with numbers for 20 days
Driving under a prohibitory sign (including on a one-way road) € 200 20 days and confiscation of technical passport with numbers for 20 days
Dangerous driving € 700 30 days and confiscation of technical passport with numbers for 10 days
Failure to comply with the rules for crossing railway tracks € 700 60 days and confiscation of technical passport with numbers for 20 days
Driving towards traffic on a motorway € 700 20 days and confiscation of technical passport with numbers for 20 days

Traffic rules in Greek (3.6 MB).

Helpful information

Petrol

1.49 1.70 1.35 0.79 as of 02/15/2019

Unleaded petrol is available in Greece ( 95 and 100 octane) and diesel fuel ( petreleo). Leaded gasoline is not available. The number of gas stations is limited.

Average prices for all types of fuel according to the Greek Ministry of Development, Competitiveness and Water Transport as of as of 02/15/2019

The use of studded tires is permitted if weather conditions require it.

Anti-skid chains

Snow chains may be used on roads completely covered with snow or ice. The driving speed should not exceed 50 km/h.

The police have the power to seize license plates of illegally parked cars throughout Greece. This usually only applies to vehicles registered in Greece, but drivers of foreign vehicles should also beware of illegal parking.

Using Radar Detectors A device that informs the driver
about the presence of radars monitoring it
movement speed.
forbidden. Fine – € 2,000, confiscation of the driver’s license for 30 days and confiscation of the registration certificate for 60 days.

Patras
Population: 10,772,967 people
Square: 131,957 sq. km.
Language: Greek
Currency: euro (EUR)

The rich heritage of Ancient Greece, favorable geographical location, beautiful beaches, developed recreational complex, low prices, ideal Mediterranean cuisine have made Greece one of the most popular countries in the world.
Here you can relax in the warm season - amazing sandy beaches for every taste, incredible landscapes, and delicious dishes await you. You can also come here when the cold is already knocking on the window - firstly, it is probably warmer here than outside your window, and secondly, in the cool season you can immerse yourself in the study of history, explore archaeological monuments of antiquity, and get acquainted with the natural riches of this countries - here you can find almost alpine mountains with peaks and meadows, and ski resorts with steep slopes, and lush Mediterranean vegetation, and wide beaches with crystal clear water.
We should not forget that Greece is a major spiritual center of Orthodoxy and Orthodox culture. Greece is rich in temples, monasteries, and libraries.
The homeland of Hippocrates, Democritus, Socrates, Archimedes, Pythagoras, and Alexander the Great is not as far away as it seems when you look at the map. We have already found inexpensive ones for you plane tickets to Athens and to other Greek cities.

Climate

The climate of Greece is as beautiful as the country itself. Mild comfortable Mediterranean, alpine or temperate, depending on the region you decide to visit, it will never disappoint you.
On the Greek mainland, winters are usually cold, the air temperature sometimes drops below 0°C, the summers are humid and hot, the temperature in this part of the country and in any other can rise to 40°C.
The warmest place in Greece is the island. In winter, it is always several degrees warmer here than on the mainland, and summer lasts longer and the sea warms up better.
The ideal time to visit Greece is May-July, as well as September. During these months, the sea and air are at a very pleasant temperature, there are not as many tourists as in August, and the cafes are full of empty seats. July can sometimes surprise with strong gusty winds that blow away beach umbrellas, and October brings rain that sometimes does not stop until February.

Visas and passports

Greece is on the list of countries that have signed the Schengen Agreement, which means you need a visa to visit the country. A visa usually takes from 3 to 5 days. For greater peace of mind, it is better to take your documents to the embassy or visa center a couple of weeks before your travel date.
Citizens of Ukraine and Moldova do not need a visa to visit Greece; it is enough to confirm the purpose of the trip at the border, for example, provide tickets, hotel reservations, invitations, etc.

Useful information for tourists going to Greece

When preparing for your trip to Greece, take note of this information:

In the summer, the so-called “siesta” is introduced throughout the country from 14.00 to 17.00. This is due to the high air temperature - people prefer to relax at home, drink lemonade and not worry about anything. At this time, shops, banks, currency exchanges and any organizations are usually closed.

Banks

A peculiarity of Greek banks is that they are open from Monday to Friday from 8.00 to 14.00 or 15.00
Banks are usually closed on weekends, but hotels or airports may have 24-hour branches. To exchange money you must have your passport with you.

The shops

Shops often have the same hours as banks: from 8.00 to 14.00 in the summer and until 18.00 in other months. Supermarkets are open until 20.00. Large shopping centers are open until late.

Post offices

Post offices are open from 8.00 to 14.00, main branches can be open until 20.00.

Museums and galleries

From April to October, museums and galleries in Greece are usually open from 8.00 to 20.00, seven days a week. But most state museums are closed on Monday. In addition, all museums and galleries are closed on public holidays.
Please note that for security reasons, some museums may not allow you to bring a large bag or stroller.

Tips

In cafes and restaurants in Greece, it is customary to leave a 10% tip. In some establishments, tips may already be included in the bill. Tips to hotel staff (for example, elevator operators or porters) and at gas stations are encouraged.

Where to stay in Greece: hotels, guest houses, apartments, hostels

At booking a room in Greece do not forget that the three stars here are not always the Western European three stars we are accustomed to. So take your hotel choice seriously. The average price for a decent double room in Athens during the season is 35-45 euros; if you want to save money, you can find a hotel or guest house in the outskirts of the city.

We have already found for you the best hotels in Athens at the lowest prices - you can compare hotel prices in Greece, find a hotel or apartment that suits you and easily book a room. Find a huge number of budget hotels on Booking.com

Greek cuisine: what you must try in Greece

Greek cuisine is already a diet. Almost everything here is both tasty and healthy.
Among the special dishes that must be tasted are:

  • Greek salad, which may vary slightly depending on region;
  • Guros is a subtype of our shawarma; be sure to try this dish with meat filling;
  • Moussaka - a delicious eggplant and meat casserole;
  • Fasolada is a homemade bean soup that is a bit reminiscent of borscht, but every Greek housewife puts her own emphasis on this dish;
  • Spanakopita - a crispy spinach pie that all Greeks are fans of;
  • Galaktoboureko is a delicate layer cake with custard filling. The pretentious name is justified by the unforgettable taste of this dessert.

What to bring from Greece: the best souvenirs


  • Olive oil. You simply must bring it, even if you don’t usually use it. It is better to buy oil not in the supermarket, but directly from the producers - in some household or on a farm. But even if purchased in a regular supermarket, it will differ favorably in quality and price. The highest quality oil is the one on the can or bottle that says Extra-Virgin Olive Oil (Εξαιρετικό Παρθένο Ελαιόλαδο), the next in quality is Virgin Olive Oil (Παρθένο Ελαιόλαδο), followed by Pure Olive Oil ( ? ;
  • Olives. Olives in Greece also need to be bought not at the supermarket, but at the market or at the farm;
  • Chees Feta. You can find and taste authentic Feta cheese only in Greece;
  • Pottery items that will look just like the ancient vases in your school ancient history books. A golden design on a black background is the signature style of the Greeks;
  • Greek cosmetics based on olive oil, other essential oils and herbs.

Public transport in Greece and how to buy a ticket

Railways

Greece has a fairly well developed railway network. But the main routes are laid between large cities; you will have to get to smaller cities by bus.
There are standard and high-speed trains. Standard ones look simpler, they drive slower, and their service is worse.
You can buy an Inter Rail Greece tourist pass online for a period of 3 to 8 days. But you can only buy it with a foreign passport, that is, it is not available to local residents.
Timetables and other information can be found on the Greek Railways website http://www.trainose.gr/en

Buses

There are many bus routes in every city in Greece, you can get from anywhere to anywhere. Buses run strictly on schedule. Tickets can be purchased at the box office, if there are box offices, or from the conductor. Information on the bus service (schedule, routes) can be found on the website http://www.e-ktel.com/en/, and on http://ktel-santorini.gr/ktel/index.php/en/

Ferries

Ferry service in Greece is very developed and this is not surprising, given the number of islands in the country. Ferries are used by both locals and tourists. The ferry will take you to your destination quickly and inexpensively.
When planning your route, you need to pay attention that ferry service exists only within a certain body of water. That is, ferries do not sail between the Ionian Sea, for example, and the Aegean Sea, and there is nothing strange about that.
The ferry ticket can be booked in advance, or you can buy it just before the trip. Usually there are enough tickets for everyone.
Ferries are regular and high-speed.
By ferry you can travel not only within the country, but you can also sail to a neighboring country, or even to the other end of the Earth.
We have found several sites for you that will help you find and purchase ferry tickets in Greece:
ferries.gr – purchase tickets for ferries
http://www.seajets.gr - and purchasing tickets for high-speed ferries

Parking: is it easy to find parking in Greece and how to pay for it?


In most cities Greece There are paid and free parking. They are usually marked with a P sign. Paid parking lots are equipped with a parking meter.
In the capital of Greece, there are problems with parking; the entire city is often stuck in traffic jams. Therefore, it is generally not recommended to go there by car. If you still decide to use a car, then we will tell you how to pay for parking in.

How to rent a car in Greece

You can rent a car in Greece if:

  • your driving experience is at least 1 year;
  • you are at least 21 years old;
  • you have a credit card;
  • you have a driver's license (not necessarily international);
  • you have paid for insurance (preferably full CASCO).

In order not to waste your precious vacation time searching for a place where you can rent a car, use one of the car rental services:,.

And the most important rule is to read the lease agreement carefully!

Useful phone numbers in Greece

When planning a trip to Greece, pay your attention to the following phone numbers:

Tourist police: 171;
Police: 100;
Ambulance: 166.

How to get to Greece cheaply

By plane

The approximate cost of tickets from Minsk to Athens during the season is 130 euros, from Moscow 90 euros, from Kyiv you can fly to the capital of Greece for 50 euros. Please note that the earlier you buy tickets, the cheaper they are. Check prices on the website aviasales.ru, which will collect for you the best offers from most airlines in the world.

If you have time and are not afraid of transfers, try looking for tickets to Athens or Thessaloniki from Warsaw. On the website aviasales.ru you can find Ryanair tickets from 40 euros one way.

By car

This option will be, on the one hand, very interesting and educational, but on the other hand, tiring and requiring transit stops. But, you have to admit, there is a certain beauty in driving across the country admiring stunning scenery and stopping wherever you want.

The usual route is:
— Romania — Bulgaria — Greece;
– Moldova – Bulgaria – Greece;
- ferry to Turkey - Greece;
- ferry to Turkey - Greece.

By bus

Bus services to Greece leave regularly from different cities. They are traveling through Bulgaria. The ideal solution would be to take a private bus to Sofia and then take

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Greece also has toll roads and it is very convenient to travel around the country on them; they are well equipped, well lit and have high-quality coverage. These roads and highways belong to different companies, so the prices differ. The price also depends on the category of the vehicle, which is determined by the height of the car. In our article we will look at the tariffs for toll roads in Greece only for passenger cars that belong to category 2 (vehicles with or without a trailer and up to 2.70 m in height).

There are 6 main toll highways in Greece. Open the map of Greece and look. Below is a list of them and their characteristics, indicating the cost of travel. These are just the main routes. There are also many other small toll roads in Greece, but we are not considering them yet.

1. The national toll road “Athens - Thessaloniki”, this highway is called “Aegean”, E-75 in European and A-1 in Greek. The length of the route is 440 kilometers. Passes through the cities: Thebes-Livadia-Lamia-Larissa-Katherini. The average travel time from Athens to Thessaloniki is 7 hours and depends on traffic. The cost of travel for the entire section from Athens to Thessaloniki is 30.6 euros.

2.The next national toll road in Greece is the Olympia motorway or A-8 (Greece), its length is 210 kilometers. This toll highway passes through the city of Corinth and continues along the coast to the city of Patras. The total cost of travel along the entire section of this motorway is 11.9 euros. The cost from Athens to Corinth is 3.90 euros.


Motorway "Athens-Patras"

3. Another large toll highway is called “Egnatia” (Egnatia), A-2 (E90), and it stretches from the city of Igoumenitsa in western Greece to the city of Alexandroupolis in the east near the border with Turkey. The length of this road is 610 km, the average travel time is approximately 9 hours. This highway passes through the cities: Kozani-Thessaloniki-Kavala-Komotini. The fare for the route from Igoumenitsa to Alexandroupolis will be: from Igoumenitsa to Thessaloniki - 8.40 euros, from Thessaloniki to Alexandroupolis - 7.20 euros.

4.National toll highway “Moreas” (Corinth-Kalamata), A-7, (E-65). This road runs along the Peloponnese peninsula through the city of Tripolis. The length is 180 km, the average travel time is approximately 2.5 hours. The cost of travel along the entire section of the road: “Corinth-Kalamata” - 9.75 euros, on the section “Corinth-Tripolis” - 4.80 euros.

5. Motorway "Attiki" (Attica Odos), A-6, is a ring road around Athens. Travel on this road for cars of category 2 is also paid and amounts to 2.80 euros.

6.Highway "Antirio-Ioannina" A-5 (Ionian road). The length of the road is 210 kilometers. The fare for this section of the route is 12.45 euros.

8. Travel through the underwater tunnel from Aktion airport to the village of Preveza costs 3 euros. The length of the tunnel is 910 meters.

Katerina Maksimova...A few important rules!

1) Those sitting in front must always wear their seat belts! Children under 7 years old in a child seat!

2) The driver must not drink a single gram of alcohol!

3) Crossing a double solid line is a gross violation and an expensive fine for it!

4) In big cities, don’t skimp on 3-4-5 euros for paid parking! In this case, the stingy pays oh so much!

5) Do not exceed the speed limit of 20 km or more!

Have a successful holiday and unforgettable impressions!


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It seems that those sitting behind should do the same.

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Has the permissible 0.5 ppm been abolished in Greece?

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Well, there are no big cities in Crete at all; in any town you can find a free parking space, without any violations.


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Is this really true? I’m very surprised and have never seen such information anywhere. It seems that everywhere they write 0.5 ppm.

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I never saw a completely empty one, but I always found a place to park for free and without violation.


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So, what is the difference from Russian rules? Everything is the same :))) Only turning over a solid road in Greece is the order of the day for everyone, no one cares about the speed limit (it’s supposed to be 90, they drive at 100), etc. But with the Greeks, everything is somehow neat, delicate, without arrogance. I paid for parking only once in Elounda and then I could find a place. There are almost no problems with free parking in Crete. It is customary to give way by going to the right if a car is approaching from behind. The cops are practically nowhere to be seen.

The new prohibition law was introduced on 01-01-2011. and at the last maximum, the alcohol limit was 03.ml. I know this because my brother is a policeman in Thessaloniki! And as for parking... Katerina is looking for a way to play it safe and not to save money! For me, as a resident of Crete, it makes no difference whether you can park or not! If I need to, I park and go about my business!

Dive Are you watching Greek news? I'm sure not! I’ll tell you briefly what they say and what’s happening! This year, a large influx of tourists is expected in Greece! Hotels have opened in Crete that were closed for 5 or even 7 years! The government, at the discretion of order, plans to bring military police into resort areas! Greece intends to emerge from the crisis this year!


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I'm sorry, can you give me any official link to this law, as I understand it, traffic regulations? It’s just interesting to read, especially knowing how the Cretans themselves and tourists combine wine and beer in taverns and driving.

ronning It was information on TV! There was a program like (New Year, new rules!) As for the Cretans themselves, this is a different story and concerns the politics of Crete! But I will say briefly... There are no local police in Crete! If there are a dozen people, then you can’t hear them because they are in high ranks, and those who are on the roads are visitors from the mainland... And this means a lot!

Oleg Krete, what is it like in Crete now with the cameras placed on the national highway? :) I remember that 2 years ago almost all of them did not work, they were either broken or wrapped in black film. My husband, a rather careful driver, then had some kind of momentary clouding of his mind from the beauty of Greek nature and, in particular, the monastery, which was located right next to the road. :)) Not only did my husband, having driven a couple of kilometers from the monastery, turn the wrong way, crossing a double solid road while turning around (he imagined that we were going in the wrong direction :))), but we also drove under a surveillance camera, and then I remembered that while sitting in the front seat, I had not fastened my seat belt. I was so scared that I was worried about the size of the fine for another 2 weeks of rest. Then, from the person who lives there, I learned the open secret about the cameras not working. I only calmed down when I went down the stairs here in Moscow time; they didn’t demand a fine from us then). :))
So what's it like... with the cameras now? :)


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Where did the Greeks come from so confident? What did they do so special to make this happen?
Or is it not harmful to dream? If only they rely on the Germans and the British, cat. they will be afraid to go towards Egypt, Tunisia, and now Turkey... Our people will never leave Egypt & Tu. There are no price preferences for hotels either...

Oleg Krete

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Dive Are you watching Greek news?

Of course I don't look. But, with all my heart, I wish you a speedy exit from the crisis.
In this case, the driving style in Crete is no different from our Russian one, with the exception of the lack of traffic jams and our Russian rudeness.
Can any of the car enthusiasts in Crete explain to me how to turn left towards the sea (I’m driving from Rethymnon to Heraklion), if there are 2 continuous roads all the way and everywhere there is a “no left turn” sign?
I specifically asked the locals what to do in such a situation. If you've been driving in the opposite direction, you can cook wherever you want :) It's the same picture if you're driving in the opposite direction and suddenly you need to turn around.