Things to do in Zaros

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  • Chloe F
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    One of my favourite experiences in all of Crete. The hospitality from Kamihis Farm was unmatched. We got to feed animals, milk goats, make bread, make pastries and also be fed a delicious feast (including home made wine). The family are incredibly passionate about sharing their traditional farming techniques and preserving this important knowledge. I left feeling relaxed, full of food and inspired by the family's ethos for food and life.
    Written July 26, 2023
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  • Erika K
    92 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This hike was on our wishlist but we are not fit enough to do 500+ m elevation gain, so we opted for a "lighter" version.

    The start is at the Votomos lake, next to the taverna, winding up, and then walking on side of the mountain besides (and crossing) the gorge. It's very well marked, there are black arrow signs set up and white/red cercles painted on rocks all the way. At some point (after the climb through the laurel forest and arriving to the other side of the gorge) we turned back by following a track to the left (instead of continuing the climb up to the right). After a while this went past the big church we saw from the other side of the gorge, then became an asphalt road that we followed until the parking of Eleonas Country village where we used a shortcut up to the left to arrive back to the lake. All in all, 6,75km, 270m level difference. There are lots of wild herbs and flowers during the hike, great scenery, fabulous views and we met like 2 people during the whole hike.
    Written May 15, 2023
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  • saftie
    Stourbridge, UK163 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We visited the lake on the morning we were leaving Zaros. We had stayed one night at the Hotel Idi, and after breakfast we popped up to have a look at the lake. It was quite early (about 9.30am), and it was so peaceful an still. We were the only ones there. We had a little walk all the way round the lake, managing to upset the resident geese. After much honking and hissing (the geese made a bit of noise too!!) we walked past them and completed our circuit of the lake. There were some quite big fish visible in the water. The walk led us through the rear of the taverna, if we ever go back to Zaros it would be nice to go there for a drink. There was a garden area along one side of the lake which was also very pleasant. The lake is fenced all the way round so you couldn't get into the water even if you wanted to. We'd definitely go back there if we were in the area again.
    Written October 13, 2019
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  • manos
    Crete, Greece26 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We visited the monastery during our winter vacations in Zaros village. The monastery has a very nice view, it's up the mountain. Nice architecture and an old water source-fountain worth the visit.
    Written December 24, 2019
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  • hen3ryford
    Copenhagen, Denmark9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The shepherd in the hut has a good View of Zaros High Street. and then through the arch to the little cave and chapel
    Written September 24, 2017
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  • Martindc77
    Frankfurt, Germany5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nikos is one of the kindest persons I have ever met. He offered us some bread with his delicious olives and olive oil and explained everything about his products. I think it was one of the most memorable experiences of our trip. Thank you Nikos!
    Written June 20, 2021
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  • A B
    Salisbury, UK49 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had so much fun learning lots of different dishes! Vivi was the absolute best teacher and made it so much fun! Definitely give it a go
    Written October 16, 2018
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