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Traffic and parking regulation issues in Greece

Overview

Reports regarding traffic and parking in Greece have highlighted both driver confusion and regulatory enforcement. In Athens, a specific road sign on Vasilissis Amalias Avenue, designated as Pr-15a, has caused confusion among drivers attempting to access the Plaka area, leading to reported fines despite the sign being a legitimate part of the Greek Highway Code. Additionally, social media attention was drawn to improper parking habits in Keratsini after an image showed a vehicle boxed in by other cars.

Following these reports, emphasis has been placed on the Greek Highway Code (KOK) regarding the unauthorized reservation of public parking spaces. Under Article 52, individuals are prohibited from occupying roadways with objects such as furniture or motorcycles to claim space in front of private properties. Violations that obstruct traffic or prevent legal parking can result in fines of up to 1,500 euros.

Entities

Keratsini · Athens

Timeline

  1. 4 days ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Greece Highway Code: Fines for illegal parking space reservation

    Greek drivers face fines of up to 1,500 euros for illegally reserving parking spaces in front of homes or businesses using objects like chairs or flowerpots, as per the Highway Code.

  2. 10 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 4 sources
    Traffic and parking issues reported in Athens and Keratsini

    Drivers in Greece face confusion over specific road signs in Athens and viral social media attention regarding improper parking incidents in Keratsini.

Sources

alfavita.gr · carandmotor.gr · gargalianoionline.gr · irafina.gr · metrosport.gr