Lake of Agia

The Fasas Valley is the wettest part of West Crete. The 450-hectare artificial lake Agia was created with the help of Power Public Corporation, because the company turned the swamp there into a lake. The goal was to generate electricity. The energy was produced by a hydroelectric plant. Lake Agia got its name from the village located next to it. Chania 10 km, Kissamos 30.6 km.

GPS is very important! – because there are no street names in Western Crete.

[swpm_protected format_protected_msg=”1″]GPS: 35.477149, 23.931030

Unfortunately, the power plant was not efficient enough. At the entrance to the lake we can see the remaining mechanisms of the power plant.[/swpm_protected]

Attention:

FORBIDDEN to bathe in Lake Agia! The lake is protected by international law, because the lake is a refuge for birds. It contains a wide variety of aquatic plants. It is home to rare ferns and several unique frog species. Swimming and to bathe are allowed in the only one natural lake in Western Crete, Lake Kournas. The Lake Kourna has several beaches, and even offers opportunities for water sports enthusiasts.

[swpm_protected format_protected_msg=”1″] There is restaurant and café at the entrance of Lake Agia. If we start to the left of the entrance, we can see wild ducks and wild geese in the coastal reeds. It is worth moving slowly and carefully along the reeds, because we can see tiny turtles in some places. Turtles are very shy, because when they notice a human, they retreat into the water. If we start to the right of the entrance, then we can observe herons. The coastal road leads to the dam. If we cross the bridge, we will find tables and wooden benches under the hundreds of years old trees. This place is very suitable for a little relaxation, for a nice family picnic. [/swpm_protected]

A natural ecosystem has developed around the lake, where birds live undisturbed. The special flowers, the birds, the calm and peaceful environment ensure perfect relaxation. It is worth sitting on the wooden benches and lingering on the coastal promenade, because the environment is truly fabulous. The lake is surrounded by vast fertile lands, which are coloured by orange groves in some places.