Military Firing Exercises Close Akrotiri Waters in Crete

Sunday, 3 May 2026/Source: Flashnews/1 min read

Military firing exercises have been announced at the Akrotiri Firing Range, located on the Akrotiri peninsula near Chania in northwestern Crete. The exercises will take place in designated maritime zone "1" off the range. Captains, vessel operators, maritime agents, sailing clubs, and fishing associations have been officially advised to avoid transiting through this sea area during the exercise period. Tourists planning boat trips, sailing excursions, or fishing charters departing from the Chania area should check with their operators before heading out, as routes near Akrotiri may be temporarily restricted. Contact your boat charter company or local port authority for the exact dates and boundaries of the restricted zone before setting out to sea.