The silver-cheeked toadfish delivers a painful but non-venomous bite. Greek authorities recommend cleaning the wound thoroughly and seeking medical help

As private beach occupations expand and enforcement lags, Greece rushes to regulate thousands of coastal concessions, reigniting tensions between public access advocates and tourism businesses ahead of the 2026 season.

Only 12% of Greece's loggerhead sea turtle nesting beaches are in good conservation condition, while 50% were rated as moderate and 38% as poor, highlighting the urgent need for stronger protection measures

A long-running conflict on Greece’s remote island of Gavdos has intensified after police intervention over the removal of makeshift shelters, highlighting a wider debate over environmental protection, tourism and alternative lifestyles.

Latest tests find 60% of Eastern Attica’s beaches unsafe for swimming, with the highest contamination levels recorded in Porto Rafti.

A major sewage leak caused by a power outage and treatment plant malfunction polluted the sea at Nikiti in northern Greece, forcing authorities to close the beach while water quality tests are carried out

A rare sighting near Anavyssos briefly raised concern among swimmers, but the shark moved away peacefully with no contact or danger reported.

Five Greek coastal destinations earned spots in the European Best Destinations ranking, praised for their waters, natural beauty, accessibility and environmental value

Agia Anna Beach in Naxos ranks among the world’s 100 best beaches for 2026, highlighting the island’s exceptional natural beauty and global appeal.

Scientists say the invasive species has raised unnecessary concern among swimmers, while warning that its spread is affecting marine ecosystems and fisheries across the Mediterranean

The initiative aims to protect swimmers and improve coastal services, as scientists link the rise in jellyfish populations to environmental and ecological factors.

The new luxury of travel is not just discovering pristine beaches, but knowing they are protected for future generations to enjoy.

Rising prices at organized beaches are pushing many residents toward free coastal spots, as the first summer heatwave draws crowds to the seaside

Under a Joint Ministerial Decision published in the Government Gazette the measures take immediate effect and will remain in force until October 31, 2026.

Greece's swimming season officially begins June 1, but lifeguard coverage is lagging badly. Experts explain the dangers and what to do if someone is in trouble

Panic spread among beachgoers in Crete after a 20-year-old allegedly threatened his girlfriend and her friends with a knife before being arrested by police

Beachgoers in the coastal area of Kechries watched as the marine animal swam close to shore in shallow waters

Early swimmers at a Greek beach were startled to spot a wild boar speeding through the water, offering an unusual reminder of the species’ remarkable swimming abilities

Residents and visitors were met with an unusual sight as large numbers of small brown jellyfish appeared in shallow coastal waters, raising concerns ahead of the summer season

Tourists continue to ignore safety warnings and pose near 200-meter cliffs above the world-famous 'shipwreck cove', prompting renewed concerns from authorities ahead of the summer season