Meteorological data shows August 2025 poses an exceptionally high fire danger for Attica, the Peloponnese, and Western Greece, with elevated risks continuing into September and October

If you could capture Greek summer in a single day, August 15th would be it. From pilgrimage and prayer to village feasts and pride, it is Greece’s most celebrated day of summer.

Parts of western Greece face temperatures up to 42°C, while eastern regions contend with strong Aegean winds reaching 8 Beaufort in the coming days

The free MyStreet app lets citizens file anonymous or named reports of unauthorized public space use directly to local authorities

Over 2,000 people evacuated in northwestern Turkey as massive fires force closures and send smoke across the Aegean to parts of central and northern Greece

Over €9 million will fund desalination and water security projects across 61 island municipalities, aiming to improve supply and quality in Greece’s most remote communities

Fires on Zakynthos, Kefalonia, and mainland Greece trigger urgent evacuation orders as strong winds hamper firefighting efforts

Bilateral trade grew nearly 4% last year, with Greece climbing to Germany’s 37th largest trading partner, but the trade gap remains heavily in Berlin’s favour.

International arrivals expected to rise by nearly 5% this autumn, with the U.S. leading the surge, as Greece’s tourism season extends beyond summer.

Authorities warn of severe fire risk in ten regions due to hot, dry, and windy conditions, urging residents to avoid activities that could spark blazes

This small Peloponnesian island boasts Caribbean-like beaches, rare wildlife, and the world’s oldest submerged city, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and history

The latest changes, effective 11 August, abolish fees for cash withdrawals from any Greek bank ATM and cap charges at €1.50 for third-party ATMs

Athens will see maximum temperatures of 37-38°C, with a gradual cooling starting Wednesday. The ongoing winds are also causing cooler sea surface temperatures along the Ionian coast due to upwelling

Greece will bask in sunshine Monday, with scorching temperatures up to 41°C in the west and 40°C in the eastern Aegean islands, while strong northerly winds in the central and southern Aegean may disrupt sea travel

Greek startup launches premium olive oil vending machines in Athens and beyond, joining Mediterranean countries like Spain, Italy, Portugal, and Croatia in making high-quality olive oil more accessible to consumers

Authorities warn of “extreme fire risk” on Sunday, with winds up to 90 km/h and temperatures near 40°C in parts of the country. Cooler conditions expected by mid-August holiday.

Starting next academic year, Greece will host four licensed private universities offering new law, medicine, psychology, business, and technology programs, marking a major change in the country’s higher education landscape.

Worst blaze in extreme southeast Attica prefecture, southeast of Athens proper, in the Keratea district, which claimed the life of one elderly man

Short-term rentals in Greece have reached unprecedented levels this year, surpassing one million available beds months earlier than in 2024, as demand remains well above the European average during the summer peak.

Inflation in Greece accelerated in July, driven by surging rents, higher energy bills, and rising prices in clothing, food, and hospitality, despite a sharp drop in olive oil prices