Weed in Heraklion, Greece: A Simple Story

Hi there! This is a story about a trip to Heraklion, Greece, where I learned some interesting things about cannabis, or in other words weed or ganja. It’s a magic plant that people use to feel relaxed or happy. But in Heraklion, it’s not so easy to find, and there are some important rules about it.

Got back home from Heraklion just 2 days ago, so writing this post with fresh memory smoking a small joint of white widow strain. Had an amazing stay in Heraklion that would never be so cool without sex, drugs and rock’n’roll smelly ganja buds.

Marijuana laws in Greece

It is important to outline that high % THC cannabis, weed, and hash are forbidden in Heraklion. You can not officially purchase marijuana strains with high at least some reasonable THC % concentration in some coffee shops like in the Netherlands. Medical cannabis may be available for purchase at dispensaries, but you will never get high with CBD buds you may find.

In the bar of my hotel I met Fred who has lived here in Heraklion for a while, so knows a lot about 4:20 movements😁. He said that strict official regulations are not so tough in practice.

What’s the Law Say vs. What’s Really Good?

Officially, anything with more than 1% THC is a no-go in Heraklion. But Fred put me on game — cops in Heraklion are chill about the weed. Unless you’re actin' a fool or got bad luck with the wrong officer, you might just get your stash snatched, have a chat, and be on your way. But yo, don’t push it. Keep it low-key, don’t smoke in public, and if you’re holdin' less than 10g of weed or 5g of hash, you should be straight.

Heraklion’s Weed Vibe: What Locals Say

Just ‘cause the government’s trippin' on cannabis laws in Heraklion doesn’t mean the locals are too pressed. Most of 'em are just livin' their lives, not sweatin' what you do. But don’t get it twisted — keep it respectful. Smoking weed in public in Heraklion ain't the move, but if someone peeps you tokin’, it’s not the end of the world.

When I was in Heraklion, Fred invited me to a small party with some friends. They had some weed and played PS5, and everyone seemed okay with it as long as we were indoors and respectful. How lucky I was😁 Fred told he will be my weed dealer while I am here in Heraklion so I had no issues with great stuff all that time.

Where to buy weed in Heraklion

Fred shared his experience on the weed purchase process in Heraklion. As he said - big dealers purchase everything via darknet - there are services or “onion sites” like DrChronic or Bitpharma where they purchase big portions (via Tor browser and crypto) or cooperate with local cannabis growers.

After that they simply resell weed to tourists and locals in Heraklion. In fact you may also go this way, while for tourists this is usually not acceptable - you need to know how do onion sites and Tor browsers work, have corresponding accounts on darknet websites, too long to wait for your package (2 - 7 days), high risks at all steps of this chain, etc etc.

For tourists, the process of obtaining weed in Heraklion is a bit different. Street dealers are less common these days. Instead, many have moved to a more discreet system using encrypted messaging apps like Telegram. You get their contact details from someone who’s already bought weed in Heraklion or through online forums, then you place your order, arrange a drop-off point, and pay with cryptocurrency. The package is typically left in a hidden spot, and you’re given the location and a photo to help you find it. This approach minimizes risks for both you and the dealer. I was glad I had Fred as my connection so I didn’t have to go through all this hassle.

Question / Answer session about marijuana in Heraklion

Is high % THC weed forbidden in Heraklion?

Yes, non-medical cannabis is regulated and restricted in Heraklion, while police is relaxed about marijuana and having less than 10 grams with you should not result in imprisoning anything serious.

Anyway what if you get caught with some THC cannabis product in Heraklion?

Depends on the situation, but if officers think you are a drug dealer for some reason who delivers stuff - you should get punished problems. In general tourists with small amounts of hash or weed are not touched at all, only dealers with large amounts.

Can I find weed in Heraklion in some oldschool way?

Of course you can! While sniffing dark streets / parks and pinging taxi drivers is an outdated approach for searching marijuana already - a big bunch of dealers migrated to online sales via messengers and crypto, but hustling parks and central streets in searches for weed may still give you some successful results.

Is top-shelf weed and hash a myth in Heraklion?

Nah, it’s out there, but you gotta know the right people. Quality varies, so do your homework.

How about hash? Can you find it in Heraklion?

Yep, plenty of dealers got both weed and hash. It’s not always on deck, but it’s out there.

What’s the price of weed and hash in Heraklion?

Prices swing depending on the plug and the quality. Top-tier bud can run you about €20 - €25 a gram, and hash could hit €30 - €35 a gram. The more you buy, the better the deal.

And that’s the lowdown on gettin' lifted in Heraklion. Stay safe, stay chill, and keep that stash tight.

Five random facts about cannabis

1. You Can Eat Cannabis Raw

Granted, it tastes a lot better when prepared with yummy edibles like brownies, bread, or cake. But cannabis can be consumed raw. One more thing is that if you eat it raw, it won’t get you high, but it will provide you with all the medicinal benefits.

2. LA Is Weed Wonderland

Los Angeles, aside from being the city of stars, has more marijuana dispensaries than Starbucks. Welcome to LaLa Land.

3. Hemp

Cannabis plants with less than 0.3% THC are classified as hemp, which is used in textiles, paper, and even food products.

4. Medical Use

Cannabis is used to treat a variety of medical conditions, including chronic pain, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, and chemotherapy-induced nausea.

5. Paradoxical Effects

Cannabis can have different effects on different people; it can make some feel relaxed and others anxious or paranoid.