site.btaBulgarian Citizens Advised to Avoid Non-Essential Travel to Greece on Friday Due to Nationwide Strike

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria has advised Bulgarian citizens to travel to Greece on Friday, February 28, only if absolutely necessary, due to a nationwide strike marking the second anniversary of the Tempi railway tragedy. Travelers are also urged to check the status of their flight schedules.

The Ministry recommends avoiding central areas of major cities and following the instructions of local authorities.

The strike will include protests and marches in central Athens and other cities. In Athens, the strike will involve members of the City Transport Workers’ Union and air traffic controllers, who will not handle civilian flights, except for certain special categories.

Additionally, the railway operator Hellenic Train will suspend services, and there will be disruptions in bus, trolleybus, taxi, and ferry services. The metro, trams, and suburban rail will operate from 9 AM to 5 PM to assist with protests.

In Thessaloniki, the Road Police will implement special traffic control measures. Starting at 9am on February 28, vehicles will not be allowed in the city centre. Bus routes will be altered, and streets such as Egnatia, Agiou Dimitriou, Ethniki Aminas, Tsimiski, K. Karamanlis, Monastiriou, Democracy Square, and Χ.Α.Ν.Θ. Square will be closed. Parking in central areas will be prohibited, and additional restrictions may apply throughout the day.