The Region of Eastern Macedonia & Thrace – Directorate of Transport and Communications, Regional Unit of Xanthi, invites you to take part in Road Safety Week 2025, held from 20 to 25 October 2025 in Xanthi, with awareness and information activities throughout the week.
This year’s programme includes:
- Monday 20/10: School visits and information talks for pupils, together with the Traffic Police, the Fire Service and a driving instructor.
- Tuesday 21/10: A vehicle fire simulation and a drunk-driving simulation in the forecourt of the Region, with the Traffic Police, the Fire Service, the Red Cross and a driving instructor.
- Thursday 23/10: An event at the Public Vehicle Inspection Centre (KTEO) of Xanthi with driver briefings, technical advice, guidance on safe vehicles, a snow-chain fitting demonstration and a draw for a free roadworthiness test.
- Friday 24/10: A talk at the Municipality of Xanthi’s senior citizens’ centre (KAPI) on “Driving and Older Age – Renewing your driving licence & health certificates”.
- Saturday 25/10: A friendly U12 basketball tournament dedicated to road safety, with talks on the importance of seatbelts and helmets, and a draw for bicycles and helmets.
The Region of Eastern Macedonia & Thrace continues its steady work to improve road safety, investing in young people and informing every citizen. In 2024, the Region’s Year of Road Safety, more than 7,700 children took part in the activities, proving their value and reach. In 2025 these efforts continue with even more targeted steps, aiming to reduce road accidents and promote responsible behaviour on the road.
The event is coordinated by #enaevents, the service of ena Development Consultants that designs and runs information, educational and scientific events, actively contributing to safety and prevention.
Road safety starts with all of us – they are waiting for you… make sure you get there!