Top Things to do in Serres Region
Top Restaurants in Serres Region
What to do and see in Serres Region, Central Macedonia: The Best Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Serres Region, Greece including Cave of Alistrati, Roupel Bunker, Fort Roupel, Monastery of Timios Prodromos, Melidou Winery, Monastery of Saint John the Baptist of Serres, Sarakatsani Folklore Museum, Kerkini Lake, Serres Racing Circuit, Lion of Amphipolis.
Restaurants in Serres Region
1. Cave of Alistrati
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 367 reviews
The Cave of Alistrati near the town of Serres is considered one of the largest and most beautiful caves not only of Greece but of Europe. The total length of its passages is approximately 3 km, of which 1 km is accessible by the disabled. According to Greek mythology, the Sphinx made her appearance at the position "Petroto" of the Gorge of Aggites that traverses the Alistratis area. Myth also mentions Pluto,the god of the Underworld; when he kidnapped Persephone, the daughter of goddess Demeter, he brought her to this natural ravine where a Gate to the Underworld existed. The area that mythology mentions is situated near the touristic site of the Cave of Alistrati; this area also features a few other caves. At a distance of 250m from the south side of the cave's entrance, one finds the railway tracks connecting Serres to the town of Drama.
Reviewed By sashkow - Sofia, Bulgaria
Every day at the endless number of beach sites could be brainwashing. This cave is nice opportunity to get out of the monotony daily life of a tourist. It is beautiful and magical route to the inner earth even for kids.
2. Roupel Bunker
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By exYorkie148 - Carnforth, United Kingdom
It is a long drive through a military area after you leave the motorway. The soldier guide gave us an excellent and informative tour in very good English. The extensive bunker complex was amazing and it was very interesting to see how it had been organised and used and quite astounding that it had all been dug by hand. We were also given a good account of the history of the area at the time of the second world war and the battles in the area. After the bunker we visited the small museum at the side of the road on the way out. This had an interesting array of artefacts and photographs.
3. Fort Roupel
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5.0 based on 145 reviews
Reviewed By billy1972billy - Harrisburg, United States
It is an amazing museum of WWII, where you can see and learn the original Greek defense line and moments of their fights against nazis .
4. Monastery of Timios Prodromos
5. Melidou Winery
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
6. Monastery of Saint John the Baptist of Serres
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5.0 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By mariathena - London, United Kingdom
Magnificent ancient byzantine monastery Nuns are very friendly and helpful Great handmade eco products to buy The history of the founding monks and enduring devotion through centuries is worth exploring and studying
7. Sarakatsani Folklore Museum
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5.0 based on 15 reviews
important notice: during the winter period and until 30th of April you have to make a call before visiting the museum. The Sarakatsani Folk Museum in its present form is the result of many years of persistent efforts, during which it passed through several phases and received various awards. It was originally inaugurated in 1979 on the first floor of an old mansion in Serres. Four years later, in 1983, the exhibition expanded to the second floor as well, and the inauguration this time was combined with a scientific conference, the first to be organized on the subject 'Sarakatsani a Greek Nomadic Pastoral Population'.
8. Kerkini Lake
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4.5 based on 331 reviews
Reviewed By anastasiak863 - Athens, Greece
Lake Kerkini is one of the most important wetlands in Europe. What a stunning place!!! Birds everywhere and the greatest number of buffalos in Greece. Everything here exicts in a pieceful kingdom!! During your visit try a lot of outdoor activities. Cycling around the lakeside villages or take your own canoe. Don t miss a boat ride with the traditional boats!!! A real bird watching paradise!! (if you are lucky you can see flamingos all around) Try sweet kazan dipi and look for buffalo milk yogurt! Lake Kerkini is the perfect place to refresh your mind and soul!! Don't miss it!!
9. Serres Racing Circuit
10. Lion of Amphipolis
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By 401lind - Royston, United Kingdom
It wa just there, at the side of the road! It's huge. It's over 2000 years old and dates back to the time of Alexander the Great. Originally it would have been taller. It has been reconstructed on the original site, having been broken up over the years. Pieces were found in the river, the course of which has changed slightly. Fascinating. There are information boards, in English and Greek.
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