Driving
Driving is on the left side of the road.
Road signs are in Greek and English while distances are in Kilometers.
Speed signs are km/h.
Seatbelt is mandatory for drivers and passengers.
Young children must be seated at the back seats.
The use of Mobile phones while driving is forbidden.
Helmets are compulsory for motorcycles.
Smoking in the car with children-passengers is prohibited.
Third party liability insurance is obligatory
Driving and Alcohol
Driving a car, a motorcycle even a pedal bicycle under the influence of alcohol is strictly forbidden.
Regular alcohol control checks are done by the police and offenders may be fined or imprisoned
A person is considered drunk if:
- The alcohol /breath level equals or exceeds 22 mcg of alcohol per 1—ml of breath
- The blood/alcohol level equals or exceeds 50 mill of alcohol per 100 mil of blood.
Emergency/assistance
Call any of the two for emergency: 112 or 199
Petrol Stations
Petrol stations sell premium and unleaded petrol as well as diesel.
The price indicated is per liter.
Petrol stations are open from Monday to Saturday though most of the stations offer a 24hr self service machines for both bank notes and credit cards.
Parking
Municipal parking spaces are available in the city centers and small communities.
Parking meters are available in the city center and commercial areas with no fee on weekend and public holidays.
Parking is prohibited on:
Double yellow lines
Disabled Parking spaces
Single yellow line. (May unload or wait for short period)