One Injured in Traffic Accident at Kastelli Junction, Hersonissos

Saturday, 13 June 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

A traffic accident occurred on Sunday afternoon at the Kastelli junction in Hersonissos, in the Heraklion regional unit. Emergency services, including the Fire Service, were deployed immediately to the scene. One person was reported injured. Hersonissos is a popular tourist destination along the northern coastal road east of Heraklion, and the Kastelli junction is a busy intersection used by travelers heading toward the east of the island. Visitors driving in this area should expect potential traffic disruption near the junction and are advised to allow extra travel time. The road connecting Heraklion to Hersonissos and further east toward Agios Nikolaos sees heavy traffic during summer months. Local authorities managed the situation promptly. No further details on the severity of the injuries or road closures were immediately available.