- Greece’s public-sector union ADEDY has called a 24-hour nationwide strike for Wednesday, November 25.
- Workers are demanding higher wages, the restoration of the 13th and 14th salaries, and measures to address the rising cost of living.
- The Athens Labor Center is also joining the strike, while other unions and labor centers are preparing further action.
- Travelers should expect possible disruption to public transport, ferries, airports and government services, depending on participation.
Greece Calls a National Strike
Greece’s public-sector union ADEDY has announced a nationwide 24-hour strike for Wednesday, November 25, calling on public-sector employees to walk out over wages, pensions and the rising cost of living.
The main demands include substantial salary increases, restoration of the 13th and 14th salaries, and the return of the 13th and 14th pensions.
Unions are also demanding immediate measures to tackle high prices and energy poverty, arguing that household incomes need stronger protection.
The Athens Labor Center has announced a strike for the same day, while labor centers and federations across Greece are preparing additional mobilizations.
What Does the Strike Mean for Travelers?
This is where visitors should pay attention.
A general strike does not automatically mean every flight, ferry, or tourist service will stop, but individual unions’ participation can affect transport and public services.
Travelers in Greece on November 25 should keep an eye on:
- Public transport: Buses, metro, trains and other services could operate on reduced schedules or stop altogether if their unions participate.
- Ferries: Ferry services can be affected if maritime unions join the action. Anyone traveling between the mainland and Greek islands should check directly with their ferry operator before traveling.
- Flights: Airport operations depend on whether aviation-related unions announce participation. Even if flights operate normally, transport to and from airports could be affected.
- Government services: Public offices and other state services are likely to be affected by the public-sector strike.
- Museums and archaeological sites: Opening arrangements can change if staff participate, so visitors with November 25 plans should check ahead rather than discovering the problem at the ticket desk.
Crete Travelers Should Keep an Eye on Ferry and Airport Updates
For visitors heading to or from Crete, the most important thing is to check transport arrangements close to the date.
Heraklion and Chania airports may continue operating normally if aviation staff don’t participate, but airport transfers and other public transport could still be affected.
Ferry passengers should be particularly careful with connections involving Heraklion, Chania, Rethymno and mainland ports, as maritime strike participation can have a much bigger effect on island travel.