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Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ηρακλείου

The Top 9 Lakes in Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ηρακλείου

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!

Last updated: December 4, 2025

Lake Votomos

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Beautiful lake with gastronomy.

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Submerged Chapel of Sfendili

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Unfortunately, the gates at the dam are both closed, so you have to go back completely 🙈

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Aposelemis Reservoir

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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 ! …

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Lake Zaros

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Beautiful little lake with turtles

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Blue Lake (Kokkini Limni)

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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.

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View of Aposelemis Reservoir

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In addition to the view of the Aposelemis reservoir, you can also see a chapel with a spacious space on the bottom left.

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View of the submerged village at the Aposelemis Reservoir

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Sunken village abandoned for a drinking water reservoir in 2012. Can be reached from one side via a gravel road. Worth it if the water level is not too high.

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Lake Gergeri

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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.

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Digenis Grave Pond

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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.

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The Top 9 Lakes in Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ηρακλείου

Lake Votomos

Submerged Chapel of Sfendili

Aposelemis Reservoir

Lake Zaros

Blue Lake (Kokkini Limni)

View of Aposelemis Reservoir

View of the submerged village at the Aposelemis Reservoir

Lake Gergeri

Digenis Grave Pond

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