A protest march is scheduled for May 17 at the Souda Bay military base, located near Chania in northwestern Crete. The demonstration is organized by the Pan-Cretan Committee Against Bases and Military Involvement, with support from the Apokoronas Initiative, a local group opposing electricity pylons and wind turbines in the region.
Participants will gather to oppose the presence and expansion of foreign military installations on the island. Souda Bay hosts one of the largest NATO naval bases in the Mediterranean.
For visitors in the Chania area on that date, be aware that road access near the Souda Bay port and surrounding roads may be temporarily affected by the march. The port itself handles ferry connections, so travelers with scheduled departures should allow extra time or check for any service updates with local operators.
