Back to newsTraffic on Crete's national road network returned to normal flow on May 1st (May Day), a public holiday, following the peak outbound wave of local day-trippers heading to the countryside for traditional celebrations. Greek traffic police reported no significant incidents or delays. May Day is widely observed across Greece with outdoor picnics, folk music, and flower wreath traditions. Tourists travelling by car or bus around the island on this date may encounter higher-than-usual traffic near popular excursion spots such as gorges, beaches, and rural villages during morning and early afternoon hours. Roads typically clear by early evening as families return home. If you are renting a vehicle, plan your departures either early in the morning or after 6 pm to avoid congestion on main routes.
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Crete Roads Return to Normal After May Day Holiday Rush
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