No, lane splitting remains illegal in Greece under the Highway Code (Article 37), with no 2026 amendments permitting it. Motorcyclists face fines up to €200 for filtering between lanes, as Greek traffic laws prioritize lane discipline. The Hellenic Police enforce this strictly, citing safety risks in congested urban corridors like Athens.
Key Regulations for Lane Splitting in Greece
- Article 37 of the Highway Code explicitly prohibits motorcyclists from overtaking between lanes or adjacent rows of vehicles, classifying it as a traffic violation.
- Penalties include fines ranging from €80 to €200, with potential license suspension for repeat offenses under Ministerial Decision Δ1α/ΓΠ.οικ.11142/2023.
- Insurance implications may arise, as lane splitting voids coverage in accident claims per Hellenic Insurance Federation (ΕΕΑ) guidelines.
Enforcement targets high-risk zones such as Syntagma Square and the Attiki Odos motorway, where motorcycle density exacerbates collision risks. The Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport has rejected proposals to legalize lane splitting, citing EU-wide studies on rider vulnerability. Local advocacy groups, including the Greek Motorcyclists’ Federation (ΕΜΟ), continue lobbying for reform, but legislative inertia persists.