Back to newsGreece is investing over 41 million euros in new drinking water infrastructure across several municipalities and islands to address ongoing water shortages. The projects, led by the Ministry of Environment and Energy, aim to upgrade and expand water supply networks in affected areas. Local mayors publicly praised the initiative. For tourists visiting Crete and other Greek islands, this investment signals improved water reliability in coming seasons, though some construction work may be underway in certain areas during your visit. In the meantime, travelers are advised to stay hydrated, carry water when exploring inland or rural areas, and check locally whether tap water is safe to drink in smaller villages, as water quality and availability can vary by region.
general
Greece Invests €41M to Upgrade Water Networks Across Islands
Related news
Discover Crete
Getting around Crete by bus
- Bus Agia Galini to Heraklion
- Bus Agia Galini to Matala
- Bus Agia Galini to Rethymno
- Bus Agios Nikolaos to Heraklion
- Bus Agios Nikolaos to Hersonisos
- Bus Agios Nikolaos to Ierapetra
- Bus Agios Nikolaos to Siteia
- Bus Chania to Heraklion
- Bus Chania to Kissamos
- Bus Chania to Paleochora
- Bus Chania to Rethymno
- Bus Heraklion to Hersonisos
Stay informed.
Get the weekly Crete briefing · news, weather, events. No spam.
