Massive Lines at Evzoni-Bogorodica as Long Weekend Ends
Returning vacationers and the approaching school year created heavy congestion at the border crossing from Greece.
The end of the long weekend and the return of a large number of Macedonian citizens from Greece ahead of the new school year caused massive lines at border crossings, most critically at Evzoni-Bogorodica, heading from Greece toward Macedonia.
This kind of traffic congestion is a routine occurrence every year around this time — the combination of summer vacations ending, tourists returning, and preparations for the start of the school year creates a synchronized surge of travelers heading toward the same border crossings at once.
Advice for Travelers
Travelers still planning to return from Greece in the coming days are advised to account for possible extended waits, particularly during afternoon and evening hours, when traffic is traditionally heaviest. Alternative border crossings, where available for the specific route, can offer a faster option during peak congestion periods.
With the start of the school year approaching, traffic intensity is expected to gradually ease over the coming week.
MKNews Hub · Macedonia · September 1, 2026