Crete Launches New Road Safety Initiative for Tourist Season

Friday, 12 June 2026/Source: Google News/1 min read

Road safety in Crete has been addressed at a recent high-level meeting involving Greek Minister of Citizen Protection Michalis Chrysochoidis. The initiative focuses on reducing the number of road accidents across the island, where traffic incidents remain a concern, particularly during the busy summer tourist season. Crete's roads, especially rural mountain routes and coastal highways, can be challenging for unfamiliar drivers. Visitors renting cars or motorcycles are advised to drive cautiously, obey speed limits, and avoid driving after dark on narrow secondary roads. The collaborative effort between local authorities and the national government signals a commitment to improving road conditions and enforcement across the island for residents and tourists alike.