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BOAK Highway Collision Near Heraklion Causes Major Traffic Delays

Sunday, 28 June 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

A road accident on the BOAK (Northern Road Axis of Crete) near Heraklion caused severe traffic congestion on Sunday afternoon. The BOAK is the main east-west highway connecting Heraklion to other parts of the island, and the combination of the collision and ongoing roadworks brought traffic to a near standstill. Drivers faced significant delays, with authorities urging patience. Tourists traveling between Heraklion and eastern or western Crete by rental car or bus should expect disruptions on this route. If your journey cannot be postponed, allow extra travel time and consider checking local traffic conditions before departing. The roadworks on the BOAK are part of a broader infrastructure project and are a recurring source of delays, particularly on weekends and during peak summer travel hours.

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