After yesterday’s disruptions, traffic on the Athens–Lamia and Athens–Corinth highways is expected to return to normal today, Wednesday, as farmers and traffic police coordinated to improve vehicle flow ahead of Christmas.
On Tuesday, drivers faced queues of up to 20 kilometres due to farmers’ roadblocks, leaving many stranded for hours. Detours onto alternative routes made travel even more difficult, forcing some drivers onto dirt roads.
Last night, the farmers agreed to open additional lanes at Ritsona, Thebes, Kastro, and Atalanti, while traffic authorities reported that approximately 21,112 vehicles travelled from Athens to Corinth and 21,780 to Lamia between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m.
In Nikaia, Larissa, and Malgara, traffic improved thanks to cooperation between farmers and police, allowing movement on two lanes. Nevertheless, access to Georgikis Scholis Avenue, near Macedonia Airport, remains limited, with traffic police continuing to direct vehicles via alternative routes.
The farmers have announced that the two lanes will remain open until Friday, December 26, while further protests could take place around New Year’s.
Hellenic Police spokesperson Konstantia Dimoglidou emphasized: “The situation has improved thanks to reason and cooperation, but it remains crucial to ensure the safe passage of all vehicles and access for emergencies.”
