New data from the European Transport Safety Council (ETSC) has revealed the most dangerous countries for driving in Europe in 2025, with Serbia recording the highest rate of road fatalities.

According to the report, Serbia had 78 deaths per million inhabitants in 2024, followed closely by Romania with 77 and Bulgaria with 74. At the other end of the spectrum, Norway remains the safest country, with only 16 deaths per million inhabitants.

Greece appears in the top five most dangerous countries, alongside Croatia, which reported 62 deaths per million. Greece recorded 64 deaths per million, up from 60 in 2023, indicating a worrying increase. Other countries with high fatality rates include Portugal (60 deaths per million), Italy (51), and Spain (36).

In contrast, the safest driving environments in Europe are found in the Nordic countries, with Sweden reporting 20 deaths per million and Malta 21, alongside Norway. The report highlights a clear divide between Eastern and Balkan Europe, where road fatalities remain high, and Northern Europe, where strict enforcement and road safety culture contribute to lower rates.

A related study by the International Transport Forum points to speeding as a contributing factor in approximately 18% of Greece’s road deaths. Experts suggest that stricter enforcement of speed limits through measures like automated cameras could significantly reduce fatalities. Even a small increase in speed—just 5% above the limit—can raise the risk of an accident by 10% and fatal accidents by 20%.