Use of Horns and Lights - Greek Driving Theory Test

When it is legally acceptable to use your horn in Greece

In Greece, using the horn is permitted primarily to warn others of danger or when overtaking outside built-up areas.

In Greece, flashing headlights typically means

Headlight flashing is used as a cautionary signal commonly to alert oncoming drivers about hazards or police checks ahead.

When dipped headlights should be used in Greece

Greece law requires headlights (dipped or DRLs) to be on at all times while driving, regardless of time of day or weather.

In residential areas at night

The horn may be used at any time only if there is immediate danger disturbing residential peace without cause is prohibited.

When rear fog lights are permitted in Greece

Rear fog lights may only be used when visibility is severely reduced (below 50 meters), to prevent dazzling other drivers.

When using high beams near oncoming traffic at night

Greece drivers must dip their high beams early enough to avoid dazzling oncoming or preceding vehicles.

In situations of impatience or aggression

Flashing headlights must not be used to intimidate or pressure drivers it can be interpreted as aggressive or illegal behavior.

In poor visibility conditions

DRLs do not activate rear lights in poor visibility (fog, rain), full headlights must be used to ensure visibility to others.

When following another vehicle at night

Greece rules require high beams to be dipped if approaching within 100 meters of another vehicle from behind to prevent glare.

When your vehicle becomes a hazard

Hazard lights should be used if your vehicle becomes an unexpected obstacle or is stopped in a dangerous location.

In daylight, when visibility is low due to fog

Fog lights are permitted only during weather conditions with poor visibility such as fog, heavy rain, or snow.

When a driver ahead delays at a green light

Using the horn in non-emergency situations like this is discouraged and may be interpreted as aggressive driving.

When stopping on a poorly lit road at night

To alert other road users, parking or hazard lights must be used if your vehicle is stationary on an unlit road.

In lit urban areas

High beams should not be used in urban areas with street lighting as they can dazzle other drivers unnecessarily.

When reversing in the dark

Reverse and rear position lights must be visible to warn others during nighttime reversing for safety.