Embassy of Greece in Bern, Switzerland; address Weltpoststrasse 4, 3015, Bern; phone +41313561414. Head of mission: Ms. Ekaterini Simopoulou. Plus 3 other…
Head of mission: Ms. Ekaterini Simopoulou, Ambassador (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Switzerland, 25 Oct 2024)
Also accredited to: Liechtenstein
Head of mission: Mr. Dimitrios Papadopoulos, Honorary Consul General (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Alexandros Andreas Yennimatas, Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Switzerland, 25 Oct 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Alexandros Papadatos-Bey, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Switzerland, 25 Oct 2024)
Greece stands out as a significant destination for Swiss travelers, thanks to its captivating mix of ancient history, vibrant culture, and stunning natural beauty, including sun-soaked islands and diverse landscapes. With 6.1 million Swiss citizens traveling abroad annually, a notable portion may find Greece appealing for their vacations.
Greece is generally safe for tourists, including those from Switzerland, but there are some differences in safety rankings. According to a safety ranking for walking alone at night, Greece is 32nd out of 40 countries, while Switzerland ranks much higher at 7th. However, the Global Peace Index rates Greece as the 40th safest out of 160 countries, still below Switzerland, which is ranked 6th. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Greece is 0.9 per 100,000 people, slightly higher than Switzerland's rate of 0.5. Both countries have the same female murder rate of 0.6. Regarding organized crime, Greece has a higher index for crime networks (6.5) compared to Switzerland (4.0), indicating a more significant presence of organized crime. However, Greece's mafia group index is lower (3.0) than Switzerland's (4.5), suggesting less influence from mafia groups. Overall, while Greece is not as safe as Switzerland, it remains a relatively safe destination for tourists. Visitors should exercise standard precautions, as they would in any foreign country.