Looking to visit the best lakes in Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ηρακλείου? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ηρακλείου’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
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Hiking Highlight
Beautiful lake with gastronomy.
Tip by Natascha
Mountain Biking Highlight
Unfortunately, the gates at the dam are both closed, so you have to go back completely 🙈
Tip by Uwe Schuck
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Mountain Biking Highlight
Very large reservoir, many species of birds have settled, there is a flooded little village with a chapel which is up to the upper 1/3 in the water. But ! …
Tip by Uwe Schuck
Hiking Highlight
Very nice, deep blue reservoir. Unfortunately fenced and not accessible. From the street you still have a nice view.
Tip by 🅰️RNE
Hiking Highlight
The lake has an impressive blue color. Also around the lake, the area is very pretty. For tourists in Amoudara a walk here is certainly a nice change to the beach and souvenir shops.
Tip by Marcel
Hiking Highlight
In addition to the view of the Aposelemis reservoir, you can also see a chapel with a spacious space on the bottom left.
Tip by ☘️ Werner
Hiking Highlight
An artificial lake serves as a water supply. Swimming is not possible. However, there is a circular path and lovely places to relax. You can also observe numerous water birds.
Tip by Andreas
Hiking Highlight
In contrast to the large artificial lake, this one is of natural origin. In May 2024 it dried up, a result of the dry winter. In September 2022 there was water in it and a sea eagle lived there.
Tip by Andreas
Cycling Highlight
A very rare place for Crete – a small mountain lake with large fish.A good tavern for a rest is, of course, part of it 😉
Tip by Erwin Köck
Hiking Highlight
There is a small roadside stop here to enjoy the view of the Aposelemis reservoir and the sunken village.
Tip by Sandsteinklippe
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