Uncollected Waste Greets Visitors at Heraklion Airport

Sunday, 24 May 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

Visitors arriving at Heraklion International Airport have been greeted by large accumulations of uncollected waste near the main exit, according to a report and photograph published by local media. The situation, described by observers as an unsuitable first impression of Crete, affects the high-traffic exit area used by thousands of passengers daily. The buildup appears to reflect a gap in waste collection scheduling at the facility. Travelers passing through Heraklion Airport should be aware that conditions near the exit may be unpleasant, particularly during peak arrival periods. Authorities have not yet issued an official statement regarding a timeline for resolution. Tourists are advised to proceed directly to ground transport pickup areas and taxi ranks, which are located further from the affected zone.