Metsovo

As Greek holidaymakers started flocking back to cities following the Easter holiday break, temperatures in some parts of the country dropped to winter levels, bringing snow and strong showers, particularly at higher altitudes in the north and west.

By Stathis Kousounis

Athens hotels are charging an average rate of 79 euros per night for a double room this month according to online booking site Trivago.

This is the fifth-lowest rate among European capitals, a survey by the website shows.