UK Foreign Office updates its advice for tourists visiting Greece

The UK Foreign Office has recently updated its advice for travelling to Greece. The full guidance is worth a read but the main changes are: -

Hiking and exploring nature

Take extra care when planning a hike or walk, especially during higher temperatures than you are used to. Trails often lack shade and the quality of route markings can vary.

Ensure that you:

• plan your route beforehand, and consider your limitations in distance and difficulty

• check weather forecasts and avoid hiking during the peak hours of sun; pack a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water

• wear appropriate footwear for uneven terrain and consider taking a map, GPS and a fully charged phone

• avoid hiking alone if you can, and always tell someone where you are going and the route you will take

Do not light fires as it is both dangerous and illegal due to the high risk of wildfires.

Make sure your insurance covers you for extra costs such as mountain rescue service and helicopter evacuation. 

If an accident happens or if you become lost, call 112 for the emergency services.

Camping and Motorhome travel

Greece has introduced regulations prohibiting camping in tents and the parking of trailers, semi-trailers, camper vans and motorhomes at archaeological sites, seashores, beaches, edges of public forests and in general public areas. Ensure that you used licensed campsites to avoid fines.

If you'd like to read the full guidance its here