13 Apr, 2016
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Renting a car in a foreign country does not feel the same as the one you hire at home. However, it is one of the most convenient ways to travel around an unknown land, especially when you are out on a tour in Greece. Greece is one of the few countries popular among tourists for its winding roads, hilly terrains and not to forget horrendous traffic. However, it is also one of the few countries where drivers are not hurdled with difficult restrictions and long queuing processes. There are plenty of car rental services in the country; waiting to offer tourists with best driving experiences for everlasting impressions in their memories. But there are certain regulations that drivers need to abide by to avail any car rental services, even if that means hiring a car in Greece.
When hiring a car from Gouvia Marina to travel around Corfu, here are some important regulations that you need to follow when renting a car –
The legal driver’s age for renting a car in Greece is – 21 to 70 years. However, there might be certain car rental companies who might be having special rental programs charted out. Drivers must, therefore, check with the rental company for any specific rules and regulations.
A driver should have at least a minimum of 2 years of experience and must be the holder of an international driving license permit from the local AAA office. To get the permit, a driver must be having a valid driver’s license along with a small fee and two passport photos.
Most car rental services in Greece are known for offering tourists with Loss Damage Waiver and unlimited miles coverage. This means, in the case, of any damage caused due to an accident or fault on the driver’s part, the driver is liable to pay for the charges.
Tourists are advised to check with a car rental company for additional fees or restriction charges in case they plan to drive outside Greece.
You must also make it a point to familiarize yourself with the country’s driving rules. The speed limit, for instance, is 50 km/h in the city, 80 km/h on the open roads and 100 km/h on highways.
Here are some basic driving tips that you must be aware of when driving around in Greece –
Vehicles in Greece have their steering wheels on the right side. Unlike other countries like UK, Australia, South Africa, where people are usually seen driving on the left side.
Be prepared to pay the toll fees on the Greek highways. Here, normal charges can range from 2.5 to 3.5 euros.
On-street parking could be difficult during the peak seasons. You may find some parking areas reserved only for permanent residents and you may need to pay a parking meter.
The rules are pretty simple. So you might not find it hard familiarizing with them. Check with Greece Driving Regulations to learn more about driving practices.
