Is it legal to sleep in your car in Greece?

You are allowed to park your vehicle, but not to camp. To avoid trouble, keep your tables or chairs in the vehicle. Most of the time, the authorities are not very strict and bend the rules. Most bans and penalties are imposed in tourist areas, as residents and other tourists feel harassed by wild campers.



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