Car & Motorbike Rentals Traveler's Guide Greece
Driving in Greece is on the right hand side.
Seats belts are required by law.
Helmets for Motorcyclists are required by law.
Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the front seat and baby seats are required by the law.
Road Signs conform to European and International regulations.
Speed Limit on National High Ways is 120km/h (75mph).
Speed Limit on National Country Roads is 90km/h (55mph).
Speed Limit in Country Roads, City and Inhabited areas is 50km/h (30mph).
National Highways with multiple lanes are generally in good condition.
Most of the National Country Roads are two lanes going in opposite directions separated by a double white line. These roads require careful driving.
Pin Bends are very often in Country Roads These roads require careful driving.
Roads in remote areas and villages can be rough and in some situations are suitable only for four-wheel 4x4 cars. If you intend to travel in such areas ask your car rental agency to advise you for the most suitable vehicle.
City Centre roads are jammed during working hours (especially in crowded cities Athens – Thessaloniki – Heraklion Crete) If you intend to drive through a jam-packed city ask your car rental agency to advise you for the most convenient hours.
Drivers traveling in country roads are advised to use maps and GPS navigation. In case of emergency locals will be usually wiling to help.
Petrol Gas Stations are plenty in Cities and Inhabited areas. Drivers traveling in country roads are advised to set out with a full tank.
Petrol Gas Stations in tourist areas and resorts are usually open 7 days a week. Although In Cities like Athens and minor tourist destinations drivers are advised to set out with a full tank from Saturday, in these areas on Sunday most Gas Stations are closed and typically open 6 days a week (Monday-Saturday) from 7.00 am to 9.00pm.