Zaros

Zaros is a municipality in the Heraklion Prefecture and it is approx. 44 km from Heraklion at the southern foothills of Mount Psiloritis. Zaros village, at an altitude of 340 meters, is a village with a beautiful lake and gorge nearby. In the village there are a couple of hotels. The population of 3,400 produces olive oil, sultanas, vegetables and spring water. There are some fish farms that serve both trout and salmon but most of all Zaros is famous for its beautiful lake "Votomos", where one can find cafes as well as a tavern that serves fresh trout. Close by is Rouvas Gorge, which is part of the Psiloritis mountain range and is on the hiking route known as the E4 European Walking Path. Nearby Zaros village are traditional water mills which have been working since the 16th century, as well as archaeological sites and monasteries. It is a beautiful area and well worth a visit.