Greece raises gyro prices and doctors warn tourists of food safety risks

In Greece, the price of the popular gyro has risen sharply this summer, now costing at least €5 and often €10 or more, while accommodation rates have climbed 10‑20 %. Greek authorities have frozen the prices of 2,000 basic food items for July and August to curb inflation.

Greek medical experts warn that eating street‑sold gyro on beaches can cause food‑borne illness, including diarrhoea and vomiting, due to bacteria that multiply on meat left in the sun. Doctors advise tourists to avoid beach‑side meat dishes, wash fresh fruit and vegetables thoroughly, and choose safer food options.

The warnings target Macedonian visitors, who traditionally travel to Greece in large numbers each year.