Zar�s
Greece · CreteGR
Municipal unit in Greece
Zaros is a village and a former municipality in the Heraklion regional unit, Crete, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Faistos, of which it is a municipal unit. The municipal unit has an area of 71.803 km2 (27.723 sq mi). Population 2,565 (2021). Zaros village, at an altitude of 340 metres, is a village with a lake and gorge nearby. The village has a couple of hotels and it is 44 km from Heraklion at the southern foothills of Mount Psiloritis. The population produce olive oil, sultanas, vegetables and spring water. There are a couple of tavernas that serve 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. Zaros is also famous for its bottled water derived from Lake Votomos.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 2,565
- Coordinates
- 35.130, 24.904
- Timezone
- Europe/Athens
- Elevation
- 340 m
Overview of Zar�s
Zar�s belongs to Crete, Greece and has the feel of a small settlement. Records put its population near 2,565. And that scale sets the rhythm of a stay. What stands out most: adventure. It lies in the northern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar.
Things to do in Zar�s
Adventure in Zar�s
(1)Looking for adventure? Zar�s has Off Road Trails. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Zar�s's own activity tags.
Getting there & around
Public transport thins out here — the nearest hub in Crete plus a short drive is the usual route. Set your clock to Europe/Athens on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Zar�s that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Zar�s known for?
- Travellers associate Zar�s with adventure. It sits in Crete, Greece and counts about 2,565 residents.
- What can you do in Zar�s?
- Zar�s is tagged with Off Road Trails, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- Where is Zar�s located?
- Zar�s belongs to Crete, Greece, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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