Emerald green and tree-lined, this small reservoir was created northeast of Zaros in 1987 to store the city's natural spring water. It attracts numerous birds and is ideal for relaxing in the shady park or eating in the excellent tavern café. A path leads to Moni Agios Nikolaos. Here begins the path through the gorge to the plateau of Rouvas.

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Atze (Roland H.)

May 23, 2022

Hiking

Zaros Lake is an excellent starting or finishing point for hikes in the area.
There are many shady spots on the banks and a small tavern where you can get some refreshments.

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Andreas

February 9, 2024

Hiking

There are several ways to enter the gorge - the most popular route starts at Lake Zaros. The shortest entry begins at Eleonoras Country Village. You can also start directly at the St. Nicholas Monastery (left through the monastery garden).

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1. Rouvas Gorge – Rouvas Wooden Bridge loop from Zaros

6.18km

02:57

440m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Lake Zaros – Lake Votomos loop from Zaros

8.31km

02:22

200m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Rouvas Gorge – Rouvas Wooden Bridge loop from Zaros

19.7km

06:59

930m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 170 m

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Wednesday 11 March

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Max wind speed: 5.0 km/h

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Location: Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ηρακλείου, Greece

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Start of the Rouvas Gorge Hike at Lake Zaros

1. Rouvas Gorge – Rouvas Wooden Bridge loop from Zaros

2. Lake Zaros – Lake Votomos loop from Zaros

3. Rouvas Gorge – Rouvas Wooden Bridge loop from Zaros

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