Ancient Discoveries Delay BOAK Motorway Construction in Crete

Thursday, 23 April 2026/: Flashnews/1

Greek official Nikos Tachiaos recently visited active construction and archaeological sites along the BOAK highway, the major east-west motorway currently being built across Crete. The inspections aimed to coordinate ongoing construction work with simultaneous archaeological excavations taking place along the route. Ancient remains discovered during roadworks require careful excavation before construction can continue, which affects project timelines. The BOAK motorway, once complete, will significantly improve travel times between eastern and western Crete. Tourists driving across the island should expect delays and detours in affected sections, particularly in areas where archaeological teams are active. Travelers are advised to allow extra time for cross-island journeys and to follow local signage around construction zones.