Updates on the Legal Framework of Glamping in Greece

The concept of glamping came to stay in the tourist reality of our country, a fact that is proven by the formation of a new relevant legal framework. Nexus Law Firm, after receiving frequent questions in this regard and in view of the relevant law, is trying to present the main points of the concept of glamping, that an entrepreneur or company, who wants to operate in the relevant field, must know.

With Law 5121/2024, certain amendments were made to the current licensing and operation framework for glamping businesses, which is why it is necessary to present the current regime in terms of the most important changes.

First of all, it is now defined that organized luxury tourist camps (glamping) are mainly hotel accommodations, which are built in terms of building organized tourist camps in off-plan areas, in which the possibility of accommodation, catering and recreation of tourists in hospitality facilities is provided. The facilities must be connected to underground infrastructure networks and water, sewage and electricity supply systems during their use.

As for the more specific technical specifications of glamping structures, these were recently determined by Decision No. 26716/31-12-2025 (Government Gazette 7201/B’) of the Ministry of Tourism. More specifically, each Glamping accommodation structure cannot exceed 4 beds (and an additional 2 beds for children). The distance between the structures must be at least ten (10) meters. In order to preserve the natural beauty and protect the landscape, a minimum vegetation cover of the tourist accommodation area for shading is defined at least 50% of the area. Furthermore, movement within the tourist accommodation should be carried out in an environmentally friendly manner that ensures the comfort and safety of the guests.

In addition, the facilities must be able to accommodate people with disabilities or mobility difficulties. For this reason, it is necessary to prepare an accessibility study when establishing the business. The minimum number of structures designed for people with disabilities or impaired people is set at 5% of the total capacity of the accommodation.

Glamping businesses are compulsorily classified into two star categories, with the highest being the five-star category (5*) and the lowest being the four-star category (4*). The classification is made as long as the mandatory conditions set out in the Ministerial Decision are met and concern technical and functional specifications of the accommodation areas, common areas, equipment provided, cleaning and hygiene services, entertainment - sports - recreation areas, etc.

Nexus law firm has extensive experience in handling cases regarding the licensing of glamping businesses and can undertake the guidance of interested clients, providing comprehensive legal support at all stages of the process.