A green oasis with running waters
Alongside the Valley of the Butterflies, the Seven Springs are a representative sample of the greatness of nature on the island of Rhodes. They are located on the southeastern side of the island, very close to the town of Archangelos. The waters emerge from the Loutani River and end up in a small lake, with depths ranging from 1 to 8 metres. If you are bold enough, you can take a swim, but keep in mind that the waters are quite cold and there is less buoyancy than in the sea.
You can also walk through the tunnel that channels the springs’ water into the lake. It is 150 m long, 2.5 m high and the running water reaches up to your feet. The tunnel is dark, so it is not recommended for individuals with claustrophobia. It is advisable to have the necessary equipment and, if necessary, be accompanied by a certified guide.
Alternatively, follow the pine and plane tree-lined path leading to the lake and observe the geese, ducks and peacocks. It is an oasis that, along with the Valley of the Butterflies and Mount Prophet Elias, belongs to the Natura 2000 protected zone.
The greatness of natural beauty extends beyond the Seven Springs. The nearby forests are ideal for walks, and you can even hike as far as to the village of Kolymbia. Its fields and plains are irrigated by the waters of the Seven Springs through a dam constructed during the Italian occupation.
You can also walk through the tunnel that channels the springs’ water into the lake. It is 150 m long, 2.5 m high and the running water reaches up to your feet. The tunnel is dark, so it is not recommended for individuals with claustrophobia. It is advisable to have the necessary equipment and, if necessary, be accompanied by a certified guide.
Alternatively, follow the pine and plane tree-lined path leading to the lake and observe the geese, ducks and peacocks. It is an oasis that, along with the Valley of the Butterflies and Mount Prophet Elias, belongs to the Natura 2000 protected zone.
The greatness of natural beauty extends beyond the Seven Springs. The nearby forests are ideal for walks, and you can even hike as far as to the village of Kolymbia. Its fields and plains are irrigated by the waters of the Seven Springs through a dam constructed during the Italian occupation.
