Cargo from Germany to Greece
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End-to-End Cargo Shipping from Germany to Greece
GW Cargo handles air freight, express vans, groupage road transport and full truck loads for businesses and private customers moving freight from Berlin, Hamburg, Munich, Frankfurt or Stuttgart to Athens, Thessaloniki, Patras, Heraklion or Volos. Our door-to-door solutions span the entire Germany → Greece corridor, taking care of customs guidance, professional packing, cargo insurance and real-time tracking. Whether you need next-day air cargo Germany to Athens, urgent express delivery, cost-efficient pallet groupage or dependable FTL road freight via the Balkans, we deliver on schedule and within budget.
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What Cargo We Ship from Germany to Greece
We move freight from Germany’s industrial heartlands to every Greek region — from precision machinery to gourmet foods. Shipments are processed via German Customs (Zoll) and cleared through Greek Customs (AADE), ensuring smooth entry at Piraeus Port, Thessaloniki Port and Athens International Airport.
Why Ship Germany → Greece with Us
Our logistics team provides turnkey door-to-door solutions on the Germany–Greece lane — blending express air, 72-hour road freight and flexible groupage, with a single point of contact and full landed-cost transparency.
Pan-EU network
Daily departures linking Berlin, Munich, Hamburg with Athens & Thessaloniki.
Hassle-free paperwork
EU single market — no import duties for EU-origin goods; we handle Intrastat & CMR.
Secure, compliant packing
GDP pharma shippers, ISPM-15 crates & oversize lashing for out-of-gauge cargo.
True door-to-door
Final-mile delivery across Attica, Central Macedonia, Peloponnese, Crete & more.
Transit Time & Shipping Costs from Germany to Greece
- ✈️ Air freight: 1–2 business days — direct lanes to ATH & SKG — avg. cost €4.5–6.0 per kg (shipments ≥ 50 kg)
- 🚚 Road freight: FTL 3–4 days / groupage 4–6 days door-to-door — avg. cost from €1.1 per kg or €2 500 per full truck
- 📄 Paperwork: CMR waybill, Intrastat, packing list, insurance certificate
- 💰 Pricing: tailored quote based on weight, CBM, Incoterms & service level
| Service | Weight / Volume | Transit Time | Max Price* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Freight | > 50 kg | 1–2 days | €6.0 / kg |
| Groupage Pallet | 1 Euro pallet | 4–6 days | €280 / pallet |
| Full Truck Load | 33 pallets / 24 t | 3–4 days | €2 500 / truck |
*Indicative upper-market rates incl. fuel, tolls & EU ETS surcharge.
Import Duties & Taxes in Greece
📦 Personal belongings
Within the EU, household goods move duty-free. For non-EU items entering Greece, the Transfer of Residence regime may provide relief (AADE).
- 🔹 Duty: 0 % for EU-origin goods
- 🔹 VAT: 24 % on CIF for third-country goods
- 🔹 Docs: Inventory list, passport, proof of residence
🏢 Commercial goods
EU goods move freely; for non-EU imports we lodge Greek Import Entry (IM4) via AADE. VAT 24 % may be deferred for authorised importers.
- 🔹 Duty: EU Common Customs Tariff (0–12 %)
- 🔹 VAT: 24 % Value Added Tax
- 🔹 Extra: Excise duties on alcohol & tobacco
Who Benefits from Our Service
We craft flexible shipping solutions for corporates, SMEs and private customers moving freight between Germany and Greece.
Frequently Asked Questions: Germany → Greece Shipping
What documents are required for intra-EU transport?
Standard CMR waybill, commercial invoice & packing list. Intrastat declaration if annual dispatches exceed set thresholds.
How long does road freight take?
Full truck loads reach Athens in 3–4 days, while groupage pallets take around 4–6 days door-to-door.
Can you move oversized machinery?
Yes — we secure permits across Germany, Austria, Hungary & the Balkans and provide low-bed trailers with escort vehicles.
Is tracking available?
Every shipment receives a live tracking ID with milestone alerts via email, SMS or API.
Do I need cargo insurance?
We recommend all-risk marine insurance for high-value or fragile goods. We can place cover with global underwriters.
Which Greek ports & airports receive cargo?
Key gateways include Piraeus & Thessaloniki ports plus Athens (ATH) and Thessaloniki (SKG) airports.
Client Reviews: Germany → Greece Shipments
“Our CNC lathes arrived in Thessaloniki within four days, perfectly crated and ready for installation.”
👷♂️ Markus R., Stuttgart → Thessaloniki
“Time-critical pharma pallet reached Athens on schedule, temperature log in range, top service!”
💊 Anna L., Frankfurt → Athens
“Relocation boxes from Berlin to Heraklion arrived intact; courteous drivers, transparent pricing.”
🏠 Sofia & Nikos, Berlin → Heraklion
“Groupage freight from Hamburg to Athens for our e-shop — reliable, ongoing cooperation!”
🛒 Christos P., Hamburg → Athens
“Oversized transformer transported safely with escorts — paperwork and permits handled flawlessly.”
⚙️ Dimitris K., Munich → Patras
