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Greece Enforces Strict Wild Camping Ban with Heavy Fines

New regulations prohibit free camping and parking outside licensed sites, with intensified controls and penalties up to €3,000 or imprisonment.

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Overview

  • Greek law 5170/2025, effective since January, bans wild camping and parking motorhomes outside licensed campsites nationwide.
  • Violations carry fines starting at €300 per person and vehicle, escalating to €3,000 or up to three months in jail for severe breaches.
  • Authorities have intensified enforcement at coastal areas and tourist hotspots, with police and port officials conducting strict checks.
  • Municipalities are introducing limited official parking areas requiring advance reservations, complicating spontaneous travel plans.
  • Motorhome clubs and tourism groups criticize the measures as overly restrictive and plan protests, including a potential convoy demonstration.