Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Hersonissos
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Hersonissos with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Hersonissos area
This Hersonissos map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Hersonissos and surroundings
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Overview of festivals and celebrations in Greece
One of the most joyful holidays is Apokries, which lasts about two weeks and ends before the Great Lent. During this time, the Greeks cook a variety of meat dishes, which are mostly of pork, and treat relatives and friends. After the feast, the Greeks dress up in costumes and go to the main square, where they continue to drink wine and have fun. The holiday ends with a grand carnival. One of the most spectacular feasts is the carnival in the city of Patras on the Peloponnese Peninsula. During the event, spectators can enjoy the procession of chariots. The festival ends with the burning of the carnival king. The dates of carnivals vary depending on the date of Easter. They begin about 2 weeks before this holiday. … Open![More](../../img/2017/icon_next_24.png)
Photogallery of Hersonissos sights
Our guide to Hersonissos
Attractions and active leisure
Fans of active fun won’t find a better place to stay than the busy Star beach. There are lots of amazing activities including a special pool for children with colorful slides, relax areas, attractive restaurants and a bungee for thrill-seekers. Several trendy discos are located at the beach area, so in the evening it is always crowded and very cheerful. The most stylish disco at the resort is Matrix; … Open
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Cuisine and top restaurants
The national restaurant Soraya located on the busy city street is popular among young guests. During the day, visitors are offered a lot of snacks and sweets, and in evenings the restaurant always welcomes a lot of Greek cuisine fans. The restaurant has very friendly and relaxed atmosphere; among visitors of Soraya there are many guests of the resort. The servings here are also quite large, so it is appropriate to … Open
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Travel guide to Hersonissos
At the resort, there is an amazing aquarium called Aquaworld. It differs from traditional aquariums in the usual sense. The main peculiarity of the entertainment center is a vast territory with pools where tiny turtles, reptiles and amphibians dwell. Here, the visitors are offered to pet sea turtles and feed them. Also, everyone can take a picture with a huge python. Trips to the island of Spinalonga are … Open
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Advices for travellers
3. Many nightlife places are also admission-free, thus, it’s not necessary to purchase anything in the bar. It is worth noting that the price of cocktails and refreshments in local nightclubs and discos is quite reasonable, so thrifty travelers shouldn’t deny themselves a pleasure. 4. Prices in local restaurants are also affordable. A complete meal of several courses will cost no more than 10 euro; … Open
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