Category: Countries

Georgia is one of the few European countries that can brag about having mountains with elevations of over 4,000 metres and direct access to a sea or ocean. Also, cannabis is theoretically legal in Georgia. Even though it’s not a particularly popular holiday destination, Georgia can impress anyone with its breathtaking landscapes, beautiful fortified churches...

Estonia is home to rocky beaches, old-growth forests and lakes, and it has some of the fastest Internet connections in the world. But Estonia offers more than its natural beauty and its high Internet speeds, it’s also home to some interesting cannabis laws. Related: The Legal Situation of Cannabis in Norway As you tour Tallin’s medieval...

Israel, the home of Jerusalem, which is one of the most famous cities in the world, is also the home of some interesting cannabis laws. As you walk through the birthplace of Judaism and Christianity, you might be wondering what the consequences would be if you were to smoke some cannabis while admiring the sunset...

Greece is one of Europe’s favourite travel destinations, and there are good reasons for that. Greece offers stunning views, more history than you could take in on holiday, and plenty of opportunities to party or relax, depending on what you’re looking for. But what about cannabis in Greece? Related: The Best Cannabis Travel Destinations in Europe...

Croatia is home to some of the most beautiful Mediterranean landscapes. The Croatian coastline has over 1,000 islands that attract millions of tourists each year. And, unbeknownst to many, Croatia is also home to one of the more relaxed cannabis legislations in Europe. Related: All You Need To Know About CBD Regulations In Europe As a...

Austria is home to somewhat relaxed but complicated cannabis laws. The local authorities allow you to buy seeds and seedlings, but cannabis sale and supply are punished harshly in Austria. Related: The Legal Situation of Cannabis in Switzerland As a tourist, you might be wondering if you’re allowed to smoke a recreational spliff while waiting for...

At the end of last month, the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND) announced that it was still on track to upend an array of prohibitive cannabis laws this December. As an intra-national body, CND helps countries around the world legislate on sensitive policy issues, like cannabis laws. The organisation was central in mandating...

In the summer of 2019, Luxembourg surprised the world (and especially its neighbours) when it declared that it will legalise cannabis production and consumption. The news spread like wildfire, with different European politicians arguing for or against marijuana legalisation. Related: The Legal Situation of Cannabis in Belgium But is recreational cannabis legal in Luxembourg or not?...

Ireland is a country that adopted a tough stance on marijuana. But, as more countries across the world prepare to legalise cannabis, it seems that the Irish are starting to change their minds. In June 2019, Ireland’s Minister of Health signed off on a program that will facilitate access to medical cannabis products for five...

The Netherlands, and especially Amsterdam, has been the go-to place for cannabis enthusiasts for decades. Despite the Dutch government’s efforts to get rid of the reputation of being a stoner’s paradise in the 2010s, people all over the world still flock to Amsterdam’s coffeeshops when they want to enjoy marijuana in a seemingly legal way....