We zijn er Bijna! travels to Greece

Police on Mykonos arrested a 51-year-old man who converted a caravan into a cannabis grow lab. Seized: 15 plants, 2 dried plants, and 319 grams of raw cannabis.

Since 2025, Greece has imposed restrictions on parking and camping for motorhomes and caravans. Overnight stays and long-term parking are now only allowed in organized campsites or designated areas. Fines for illegal parking range up to 300 euros with a 10-day license suspension, while unauthorized camping can lead to up to 3 years in prison.

On the evening of June 8, a motorhome and a car collided on the Thessaloniki–Moudania highway. Two people were injured and taken to hospital. The cause of the accident is under investigation.

Greek authorities are increasing inspections for illegal camping outside organized sites. Violators face an administrative fine of €300 per person, tent, or vehicle, and in serious cases, criminal proceedings with possible imprisonment of up to six months. This week, two men were arrested on Skiathos for camping on a beach, reigniting debate over whether Greece should adopt a regulated model for responsible free camping.

Since January 2025, a new law in Greece restricts parking of motorhomes and caravans in public spaces. Violations can result in fines up to 300 euros and up to three months imprisonment. Parking in residential areas is limited to 24 hours for vehicles longer than 7.5 meters.

Chef Stavros Varthalitis launched the YouTube show The Roadtrippers, focusing on motorhome travel in Greece. In an interview, he recounted difficulties driving in the Taygetus mountains, where he had to reverse 1.5 km at night on a washed-out dirt road, and discussed his culinary preferences, including the Epirus region.