Heraklion Launches Road Safety Campaign Ahead of Tourist Season

Monday, 25 May 2026/Source: Flashnews/1 min read

The Heraklion Traffic Police Directorate and the Municipality of Viannos have launched a series of road safety awareness campaigns across the region. The initiative targets both local drivers and visitors, aiming to reduce accidents on roads that see significantly higher traffic volumes during the tourist season. Viannos is a mountainous municipality in southeastern Heraklion regional unit, known for its scenic but winding roads leading to coastal villages and beaches. Tourists renting cars or motorcycles in Crete should be aware that local authorities are actively enforcing traffic rules and conducting awareness checks. Drive cautiously on narrow mountain roads, respect speed limits, and ensure your rental vehicle documentation is in order. Road conditions in rural areas can differ significantly from urban routes, so plan journeys carefully and allow extra travel time when exploring inland or eastern Crete.